Hartle/Gilman Gardens

Experience the delight of L. auratum, a fragrant beauty that will captivate your senses!

The impressive, scented flowers will embellish your garden with elegance. To ensure her long-lasting presence, plant the bulbs in well-drained soil enriched with sand, allowing for a dry winter's slumber. With tender loving care, these bulbs will swell and split, granting you an ever-lasting display of grace and perfume. Sorry for the some of the photos have some environmental damages…

My journey to Edmonton was a truly unforgettable experience that I will always look back on with fondness, and I look forward to reflecting on it further during this season. However, the real highlight of my trip was yet to come - upon my return home, I was greeted by a playful and affectionate three-month-old kitten who has since become an integral part of my family. As I will adjust to this new addition, I am confident that ‘Mr. Mucci Tigerlilly’ will thrive within the boundaries I place before him. This little ball of energy entered my life, thanks to my grandchildren, who were captivated by his charm during a night out on the town, and decided to bring him home after inquiring about a sign that read, ‘FREE KITTEN’
Now, Mr. Mucci is an invaluable member of my family, spreading joy and inspiring all of to live life to the fullest by being playful and sometimes naughty. 😉…

Experience the bliss of not only an orange sunrise but also discovering my showcase feature of a majestic 61/2 foot tall Lilium davidii var. macranthum in full bloom. It had extended its beauty beyond the greenhouse roof! Discovering now to differentiate between Lilium davidii var.willmottiae apart … I still have doubts on what one it is as discrepancies with discriptions cause me to ponder my thoughts. Would love any help I can get. Orange ya beautiful nonetheless!!

I am thrilled to share with all of you , the exciting news of my colony of L. michiganense that has bloomed for the first time. I will anticipate many more seasons of blooms of this particular beauty.
My L. michigensense lilies are just a marvel, painting a kaleidoscope of 50 shades of ORANGE today within my gardens. But the pièce de résistance is my spotless wonder of 1283Watson. All of these wonders came from L. michiganense var Boyd 2020 seed collection that was OP. I remember when I collected these seeds several seasons ago, I broadcasted copious amounts in surrounding area’s. I must admit,. —— I am certainly happy I didn’t toss this one to the wind. 😉🤪🥂♥️

The largest Lily Show in North America is happening next week in Bloomington!

LAND OF 10,000 LILIES SHOW
JULY 12-14, 2024 in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA
It's one of the largest lily shows in the world and is a part of the North American Lily Society's 74th Annual International Lily Show & Symposium
Stem drop off for exhibit or floral designs on Thursday for staging. See schedule below for more details.
Open to the Public, July 12 - 14, 2024
Friday, July 12, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Saturday, July 13, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday July 14, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The centerpiece of the North American Lily Society annual International Lily Show and Symposium is the Lily Show. This year the annual Lily Show will be held in Ballroom 1-3 at the Hilton Minneapolis St. Paul Airport Hotel
3800 American Blvd E
Bloomington, MN 55425
There are many that have purchased lilies from me and now is a wonderful opportunity to show off your lilies and come home with blue ribbons. I will be there every day assisting with judging and interpretation of question and answers of the show floor.
IF YOU WISH TO ENTER YOUR OWN LILY STEMS, FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS, or LILY PHOTOS in this event, please see more info at:
https://nals2024.lilies.org/show.html
Or call message me if you have questions. I would be honored to assist

Convention Show | North American Lily Society (NALS) 2024 Convention The 74th Annual International Lily Show & Symposium, in Minneapolis, Minnesota USA July 10 - 14, 2024, at the Hilton Minneapolis St. Paul Airport Hotel

What a delightful transformation! The gardens have flourished into a stunning exhibition of species flowers under two weeks of benign neglect
😳🤪My gardens are runneth over of weeds…
😳…. Today may I introduce my Lilium from seeds…. Lilium canadense 2019 and michiganense Boyd 2020

In its pure form, orange is a color that inspires creativity and joy for me here at Hartle-Gilman Gardens. Now to identify them

Full speed ahead ——with the vibrant Minnesota martagons. Amidst the sweet fragrance, pollinators are joyfully zipping and zooming, eager for their share of nectar and pollen. With over 900 stems, (thats where I just quit counting) of Registered and Unregistered martagon seedlings that grace this enchanting haven, radiating charm and serenity here at Hartle/Gilman Gardens —- hairpin turns ahead with toe curling blooms yet to come.
I will have several of these varieties over the next couple of years available at Hartle/Gilman Gardens Sales, Events, Photos

Embrace ——- Full Bloom Ahead
Most are seedlings, some are Registered hybrids as well. They are beautiful to look at here at Hartle-Gilman Gardens with I wish I could explain the fragrance that is in the air. Simply marvelous…

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Of a sudden. ——/- just like that. Here they come in glorious interlude!! The Mart’s by the hundreds are nodding to glory, extreme excitement here at Hartlegilmangardens !!!

It’s this time of the year and we are thrilled to be a part of this huge event again … Hope to see everyone out there for lots of unique findings also,…… lilies galore from me to you. Come out and support our beautiful Arboretum…. See link below for times and directions .
Mamas Mums Plant Varieties will be there as well with selective varieties of her Minnesota Perennial Chrysanthemums…

Arboretum Plant Sale | Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Welcome to the 56th annual Arboretum Plant Sale happening on Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11, at the Farm at the Arb! Shop for plants selected by Minnesota Landscape Arboretum horticultural experts at this annual sale featuring a fabulous selection of annuals, perennials, fruits, vegetables, he...

Spring's vibrant colors, the joy of family, and a day focused on mental wellness. These gardens are truly soul-lifting!

My leisurely morning walks allowed me to make various observations. Of note, I didn't use frost blankets during the recent two-day chill in the Twin Cities. Instead, I relied on leaf mulch and the debris from my Oak, Maple, Birch, Magnolia, Elderberry Evans Cherry, Redbud & Larch trees to protect my plants. Additionally, I decided to plant more seedlings after observing the surprising strength of my martagons.
The unique patterns, colors, shapes and layout of the foliage had me marveling the new and upcoming textures of these Martagons in my trial beds.

Officially counted 9,978 martagons that will be blooming here at Hartlegilmangardens. So let’s just say land of 10,000…. 😳😮💯…
Most clumps are 10-12 pips. I will anticipate lots of marts this fall from this Minnesota grown martagons farm in the city. Right here, Hartlegilmangardens.com.
I have my work cut out for me come fall. Stay tune for tons of photos cause this year I will be right where I need to be.
To day I fertilized with some well rotted manure as well as worm tea . It’s stinky out there, but my lilies have never looked so happy. Lots of seedlings that will be introducing themselves this year. Let’s hope that are worthy … 😉… some were crossed by me with a plan, and some were crossed by pollinators with a purpose… such an exciting time of year !!

It’s a daffodil kind of day. Shipping is completely finished with just a few select things to get out into the mail or car delivered for customers this weekend. With over 400 different varieties of the yellow flowers that are starting to emerge,.. it should be a welcoming site that Spring has sprung, at least here at the farm in the city.

What’s on my mind? Flower seeds from around the world. I AM SO SO EXCITED!!

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Judith Freeman is extraordinary in all aspects of lilies and hybridization of lilium.
She is a wealth of knowledge and information that has influenced and impacted me. I am in awe of all she does for the love of the lilies and her research ..Here is a wonderful opportunity with the Ontario Regional Lily Society for an inside conversation!

ORLS - April 7th 2024 Judith Freeman with Answer Your Lily Questions -

A plethora of new items are now listed in the electronic catalogue at Hartle/Gilman Gardens Sales, Events, Photos , Lots of Martagons to add to the hosta beds.

Hartle-Gilman Gardens At Hartle-Gilman Gardens we have Lilium species and we have our specializing in Martagons. Get in touch with us for more details.

Discover the beauty of Asiatic lilies in miniature form at Hartlegilmangardens.com - perfect for adding visual interest to any space! Come over and reserve your mini lilies now!!

Hartlegilmangardens.com is now open for Spring Sales.
Can’t wait to share with all of you what I have to offer for unique Lilium. Come on over to Hartle/Gilman Gardens Sales, Events, Photos, to find further discounts that will be posted over the next three weeks … more info to follow

Week one was preparing for the South Canterbury Lily Society— hauling, setting up, intake and directing classification. Running to local farms for supplies, meeting up with a few for open gardens and private tours.
Master of the show, was Chair John Oliver and other Judges and clerks, the show went on with profound stems, glorious florets..( something new for me with judging), and outstanding designs.
The location of the lily show was at the gymnasium of the collage of Roncalli Catholic College, Sacred Heart Basilica, Timaru, New Zealand.
I took a chance and entered of few of my photographs,… I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.
A NZ welcome I will never forget, making me feel right at home… John, Bob, Berry, Martin, David, Ross, Beverly, Elizabeth, Fern, Katherine, Leonie, Ann, Leslie, Kay, and Louis… You changed my spirit and I can’t wait to return again for another opportunity to once again judges your lilies…. WOW the profound stellar horticulture experts are definitely shining and for good reason…. The show was spectacular… ♥️
South Canterbury Lily Society Inc. Thank you so so much …
With Rose Stone

spectacular summer roses, daunting kniphofia, daucas carota fit for her queen. Cynara cardunculus that appeared thornless, honey bees 174 Hz hum of intertwining harmonies.
The gifts of this garden will be revisited many times during my visit, as it is a Rose Stone throw away.