Lilium

Last summer, I planted two pots of lilium.  I was disappointed, but not surprised, when they apparently died before the end of summer.  We live in a very harsh climate, and I am mildly astonished when plants survive both the conditions and my lackadaisical care.  This spring I thought “that’s a pretty weed” then realized the lilium had come back.  This is the red variety that I planted; the white variety has buds that have not yet opened.  Isn’t it gorgeous?