This past year at the Lily Nook our growing season proved unseasonably cool with cloudy conditions. This pushed the bloom period back from 2 to 4 weeks which we have never seen in the 40 years that we have been growing lilies. However this proved to be a bonus in that the blooms lasted a week longer and the color was more vibrant and brilliant. As a result of the season being longer this fall we were able to dig later into the fall and thus offer the majority of our cultivars that we offer for both spring and fall delivery.
You will notice many varieties. There are also some golden oldies with the HERITAGE designation on them. These have been in cultivation for over 40 years and so have proved there staying power. Here is a chance to get ones that have survived for a lifetime. For those that the short flowering pot or border are a must you will find an expanded listing to enjoy. Buzzer, Crossover, Push Off and Initiator are just a few to whet your appetite. For some super hardy new Asiatics, try two new doubles, Annamarie’s Dream and Double Pleasure and be wowed by AY Caramba and Ocean Breeze. For further lilies with a fine perfume we have managed to obtain three different colored up-right trumpets.
Lilies that are on the cutting edge of breeding can be found in Division VIII. Look over the LA’s for some new soft pinks, Moselle and Termoli. Then cast your eyes over the Orienpets. There you will find a fantastic double in a new color, Double Joop, or you may want to try the delightful cranberry red, Miyabi, and the delicate beauty of Nuance. For you who are serious growers of lilies, we have increased our species selection. If you are a bargain hunter or just are new to growing lilies, on the last page you can find 6 collections that are offered.
You may also visit our web site at www.thelilynook.com to view varieties not listed in our catalog as well as enjoy many more pictures.
We invite you to visit us here at the Lily Nook from July 1st to July 31st to view over 2000 named varieties in their peak bloom. Over 150 varieties of potted lilies are available at this time. For those interested in a lily souvenir or a lily gift check out our Lily Gift Shoppe. The annual Neepawa Lily Festival is July 23rd - 25th. That week the Lily Nook growing fields are open to the public to walk through and to enjoy the vast color range of the lilies. We are located in beautiful farm land, 4 km south of Neepawa on highway #5. We look forward to welcoming you this summer