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Daylilies blooming today. Last year, several very thirsty deer intercepted these blooms. These pictures are from Oakes' Daylilies in Tennesee. Here is "Country Melody."

Next up, the fine full-bodied yellow bloom is "Mary Todd." "Mary Todd" is a nod to the general goodness of Lincoln but also to my neighbor who descend from Mary Todd Lincoln's brother. She loves walking by this cheerful lily on her daily constitutional.

In another part of the garden I have three small plants of "Happy Returns," a daughter of "Stella Oro," but lemony rather than gold-toned. Again, from Oakes' Daylilies, this picture. I prefer this yellow to the the gold brassy tones of "Stella." However, having criticized this stalwart may I say that no flower is without charms.

I am happy the deer do not nibble this week. I will expect to see these three day lilies soon: "Catherine Woodbery," "Hall's Pink," and finally, a mysterious spider lily in electric lemon-yellow. I have ordered from Oakes' before, including with the City of College Park for a community garden on the trolley path. Good company, providing huge and healthy fans. I have a sad "Hyperion" story for later. Don't worry, as it ends well. Regarding "Hall's Pink," which is a stupendously gorgeous pinky-yellow edged spider, please see the reliable Bluestone Perennials for this fine lily