For as long as I can remember, Flame Lilies (also known as Fire Lilies or Gloriosa Lilies) have adorned the gardens of many family members. Pop had them. Aunt Marie had them. The "Lamey Twins" had them. Just about every yard had the things growing (and often growing out of control). My lilies have gotten out of control. They are everywhere. Their stunning blooms brighten all corners of the gardens and have sort of taken over the entire place. I have got to figure a way of putting a damper on the rapid proliferation of these things or I may as well give up on any diversity in the plants. They are getting that bad.
Now...as beautiful as they are, comes the bad part. These things are highly poisonous! Don't eat them! Don't even taste them! And, surely, do not let the kiddos or the family pet gnaw on them. All parts are toxic and are deadly to both humans and animals. Supposedly, only porcupines can tolerate the plant and, unfortunately, I have none around here to help me stifle the growth of the lilies.
With no help in sight, I suppose I shall have to dig and destroy many of the lovely lilies. It saddens me to do so but they just cannot take over the whole place. Just a note...if you do handle any part of the lily, wear gloves or, at least, make sure to thoroughly wash your hands! Ummm...this comes from someone who never wears gloves and does not wash the hands after each plant. Oh, well...pray for me!
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