Articles
The world has had numerous commercial as well as amateur lily breeders.
Some of these pioneers are no longer here, and before they are forgotten, I tried to write an article about them.
Originally, these articles were written for the QB of the North American Lily Society, but via this page, more people who have an interest in them will be able to read these articles as well.
Articles related to lilies are also included.
Please understand that the content of these articles is based on my recollections and observations.
This article is about Mr. Leslie Woodriff’
Lily pioneer Mr. Klaas de Jong.
Mr. Ted Kirsch was the founder of Sun Valley Bulb Farms, later Sun Valley Flower Farms.
A little bit of history about ‘interdivisional’ breeding.
Please note, that on page 4, the dark lily on top is not an ‘OT’ hybrid, but an ‘LA’..
This article is about the hybridizing work of another pioneer in lilies, Mr. Niek Laan.
O.B.F. (Melridge, Inc.) also has a story to tell, first via a clip and later via an article
Strahm Lilies was also very well known in this ‘lily’ world.
This article is about the start of the lily industry in the Netherlands, the way I remember it.
Mr. Piet Groot, jointly written by Chuck Robinson (Editor for the N.A.L.S.) and Johan Mak
A short memory about Mr. Eddy McRae
The retail company of B & D is closing its doors.
One of the most well-known lily retail companies in the US.
Their passion for this product was clearly reflected in their long-standing business practices.
This article is written by several authors.
