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Gitagal wrote:
I encountered the MOST fragrant Lilies I have ever seen while in Latvia.
Took pictures---Posted them on the Mid Atlantic, and in one day had the ID. They are available in the US from several different Nurseries.
Here's the description of them:

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Chinese Trumpet Lilies
The introduction of the Regale Lily from China in the early 20th century gave rise to these popular Chinese Trumpet Lilies, also known as Aurelian Hybrid Lilies. They should be planted in a less windy area and staked due to their tremendous height and huge flowers. They are a perfect cut flower (so add some to your cutting garden) and are terrific at the back of perennial beds. Harvested in mid-October, we ship Chinese Trumpet Lilies in mid to late October, just as soon as they arrive in our warehouse from the harvest. Top size bulbs: usually 18/20 cm. Height: 4' to 6'. Bloom time: July/August. Plant 6" deep and 12" apart. Horticultural zones 4-8.

Here's a picture of them from Latvia.....Had them in a vase and in the evening it just blew me away with the fragrance. Might give some a headache.....

Here's a link someone provided where to get them.....They ARE in the PF!

HYPERLINK@www.johnscheepers.com