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Do You Think This Is A Large Embarrassed Dandelion? The Blood Lily

By Toni Weidman

Real Estate Agent with Sailwinds Realty

May 25, 2012 10:07 PM

No, this is a Blood Lily also known as a Firecracker Lily and it always blooms for Memorial Day. It only lasts a few days but is so unusual and so pretty that I can't wait to see it. I only have two bulbs and haven't had any success in having them multiply so I guess I will have to order more. You can get them on the internet here.

Blood Lilies grow in Zones 7-11. The blossoms reach 6-10 inches across, place in average to moist spots or they container well.

I think it's appropriate that it blooms on Memorial Day Weekend when we all need to remember our heroes.

Blood Lily

Have a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend and don't forget to remember.

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Richard Iarossi

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD

Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

Perky little fella there Toni. I guess you have to be if you're only around for a couple of days.

May 25, 2012 10:36 PM

Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366

Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA

General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

The blood lily does look like a fireworks display Toni.

Enjoy the weekend.

May 25, 2012 10:55 PM

Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker

Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX

Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

Wow Toni. I've never seen one of those around Houston. They are gorgeous!

May 25, 2012 11:08 PM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Toni, what a great shot! Love it...I hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend! Stay safe~!

May 25, 2012 11:24 PM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Toni,

I love that lily and it is like an explosion...I will have to order some, they are beautiful, and you are right very appropriate for Memorial Day...have a wonderful relaxed weekend. A

May 26, 2012 12:48 AM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

Toni-Very unusual looking but very beautiful. It is fitting it comes out for Memorial Day. It is too bad it only last a few days though. Have a safe and restful weekend.

May 26, 2012 01:45 AM

Dale Baker

Baker Energy Audits and Commercial Properties Inspections - Claremont, NH

New Hampshire Relocation Real Estate Information

Howdy and morning Toni

Toni my friend, that sure is a mighty fine looking Firecracker Lily bloom, and photo shoot of it.

Have a good one
Dale in New Hampshire

May 26, 2012 02:25 AM

Belinda Spillman

Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO

Colorado Living!

Toni, I love that. It does look like a big embarassed dandelion.

May 26, 2012 02:30 AM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Larry and Sheila - it is a great looking bloom.

Rich - it does last about 5 days but then the stem starts to droop over. Sometimes we stake them up.

Tom - I like the name Firecracker Lily better. The history of the blood lily name is rather gloomy.

Jeanne - they probably grow there but most people don't seem to know about them.

Kristen - thanks. You take care too.

Alexandra - your garden must be a riot of color like ours. We both like everything! Have fun this weekend.

Sharon - it is beautiful and looks even brighter when the sun is on it. Take care of yourself this weekend.

Dale - thank you.

Belinda - It does, thanks! Hope Rocky is having a great weekend. (you too, of course).

May 26, 2012 05:40 AM

Jennifer Chiongbian

Specializing in all types of Manhattan apts & townhouses - Manhattan, NY

Real Estate Broker - NYC

Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day weekend Toni! Lovely picture of the blood lily.

May 26, 2012 06:14 AM

Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

It does look like a large "embarrassed" Dandelion, Toni:-) I'm not sure I've seen a Blood Lily before!

May 26, 2012 07:10 AM

Joan Cox

House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO

Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Toni, this is beautiful, and I had one in purple in full bloom about two weeks ago - just beautiful!

May 26, 2012 09:07 AM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Toni--haven't seen one like this but wow, with that fiery color it makes me think of fireworks.

May 26, 2012 10:21 AM

Dale Baker

Baker Energy Audits and Commercial Properties Inspections - Claremont, NH

New Hampshire Relocation Real Estate Information

Howdy and evening Toni

Toni my friend, I stop by to see if you had posted anymore blog post today, I don't like to visit blogs of folks and not leave them a comment. Hope y'all are having a fine weekend.

Have a good one
Dale in New Hampshire

May 26, 2012 02:50 PM

Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR

Berkshire Hathaway California Realty - Beaumont, CA

(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Toni, You are so right; it does look like a big fire cracker.Thanks for sharing. Have a great MD weekend.

May 26, 2012 03:13 PM

Ginny Gorman

RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI

Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Toni, have never heard of this bulb and I love flowers and cultivate blooms extensively...thanks for the share & isn't it interesting how it blooms on Memorial Day weekend!

May 26, 2012 09:43 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Jennifer - thank you; you have a great weekend too!

Myrl - I haven't seen them much anywhere either. I bought the bulbs years ago but can't remember where.

Joan - I haven't seen a purple one-sounds lovely.

Kathy - It looks like an exploding burst of fireworks and is very lovely.

Dale - thank you for taking the time for a second comment!

Kristin H - I hope you are getting in some relaxation time.

I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend.

May 26, 2012 09:46 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Ginny - we must have posted at the same time. It is interesting and so appropriate. Happy Memorial Weekend.

May 26, 2012 09:47 PM

Mona Gersky

MoonDancer Realty, Dillsboro,NC - Sylva, NC

GRI,IMSD-Taking the mystery out of real estate.

Toni, I love the look of this flower - so dramatic. It doesn't look embarrassed at all, it looks bold and proud to me.

May 27, 2012 12:12 AM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Mona - you're right, it is definitely bold and proud! Thank you.

May 27, 2012 12:44 AM

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