Perennial/bulb for the day. This tough, fragrant beauty has been around for a long time. The foromosa lily

Erica Glasener
by Erica Glasener
(Lilium formosanum ) is hardy from Zone 6-9 and can grow to 7' tall. Blooming in August! Fragrant- grows in sun or shade.
I took this photo in my garden this morning.
Lilium formosanum
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  • Carleton L. W Carleton L. W on Aug 01, 2011
    In the past, I have cut the stalk back to apx. 12" lengths and stuck in the ground and they rooted over the winter, Enjoy!
  • JL Spring & Associates JL Spring & Associates on Aug 01, 2011
    What a beautiful bloom...reminds me of my Night Blooming Cereus babies...I think these are going to be some of my next "gets!" Thanks for the photo Erica!
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