Second flourish

Last year I was given two beautiful lilies as a gift. I loved the look but couldn’t cope with the aroma. (I’m writing this cautiously even though I doubt if he would read it.)

A good friend suggested I chopped off all the stamens to get rid of the pollen. The perfect solution, I thought.

For a day it was fine. Then, both plants shrivelled. I cut them back and forgot them. 

A few weeks ago I noticed shoots. I put them outside.

Look now !

And don’t worry. I can live with the headachy scent..... as long as it’s outside.