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Show Old Gardener o i'i!sSfyyy' MADONNA lilies should be planted plant-ed in August if the bulbs can be Obtained, but if not as soon as they reach the stores. Amateurs often make the mistake of waiting until late in the fall before planting plant-ing the bulbs of this lily, supposing suppos-ing that they require the same treatment as most other lilies. The fact Is, however, that the madonna Illy, which Is also known as the ascension Jfly, st Joseph my, tne annunciation illy, and lent lily, has a distinct habit of growth, coming com-ing up In the autumn, although not blooming until spring. That Is why it should be planted early, and why it should go Into the ground only three or four Inches deep instead in-stead of six or eight inches, like other lily bulbs. It will thrive in any garden soli, either in full sun or In partial shade. Its pure white flowers are exceedingly attractive, especially when grouped In front ot evergreens. (Copyright.) WNU Service. |