Stargazer Lily
by Mariola Bitner
Title
Stargazer Lily
Artist
Mariola Bitner
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Lilium "Stargazer" (the Stargazer lily) is a hybrid lily of the Oriental group. Oriental lilies are known for their fragrant perfume, blooming mid-to-late summer. The Stargazer lily was created in 1978 by Leslie Woodriff, a lily breeder in California. Woodriff called the new cross "Stargazer," because the blooms faced towards the sky. Known for its striking white, red, and pink petals, and heavenly scent, this lily has become a favorite for many occasions.The ASPCA reports this plant as being toxic to cats. They are said to cause vomiting, inappetence, lethargy, kidney failure, and even death. Cats are the only species known to be affected.
This flower is known to symbolize devotion. It has now become the most popular oriental lily in the world. Stargazer lilies are an oriental hybrid lily. The name Stargazer was given to this hardy lily because unlike other lilies, their blooms gaze up at the sky.
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April 6th, 2013
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Mariola Bitner
Thank you Doug Norkum for featuring my "Stargazer Lily" in the group Lilies - Lotuses!
Kym Backland
When I first glance at this, I think my mind sees Watermelon for some reason! I love these Stargazers! They are my favorite! Thanks for all your attention and notes and votes and such Mariola! Have a great Wednesday tomorrow, or today... I guess I should say! Ciao for now my friend! VF
Mariola Bitner replied:
Thank you so much for your sweet comment Kym! Much appreciated for all the time you spend looking at my artwork! Ciao!
Mariola Bitner
Thank you Dora Sofia Caputo for featuring my "Stargazer Lily" in the group Visions of Spring!