Consider the lilies: A symbol of springtime beauty

Although commonly called a lily, callas are not a true lily. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)
Spring brings many beautiful flowers, but none more beautiful than the lily. Readily found this time of year and often used for celebrations and decorating in the spring, lilies are important to many cultures and mentioned often in literature. Just one look at these showy flowers and there is no denying why they are so loved. Lilies (Lilium spp.) are hardy, herbaceous, flowering perennials…

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