Lilytopia returns to Longwood Gardens, May 20-30, following last year’s successful debut. It is the largest lily show in North America and showcases the latest varieties of lilies developed by Dutch breeders, many not seen before in the U.S. More than 13,000 cut stems will be on display in innovative and fragrant designs in Longwoods Conservatory. Lilytopia will also feature the Lilytopia Symposium on May 23, a one-day professional seminar for lily growers, breeders, retailers and floral designers to grow their businesses by learning the latest lily cultivation techniques, sustainable practices and new marketing strategies. For more information, or to register, visit http://www.longwoodgardens.org/lilytopia.html
Longwood Gardens is delighted to bring the best lily growers, breeders, retailers and floral design professionals together once again for Lilytopia, said Longwood Gardens Director Paul Redman. Lilytopia showcases the diversity and beauty of lilies and is featuring even more flowers than last year. Guests can see thousands of cut stems fashioned into towers, arches, vases and other innovative displays designed by Dutch floral artisan Dorien van den Berg. In addition, Lilytopia offers valuable educational and networking opportunities for growers and retailers to take their businesses to the next level and will inspire consumers to use lilies in their gardens and floral arrangements.
Thousands of fragrant lilies will adorn Longwoods majestic East Conservatory, and this year, expand into the Exhibition Hall. Guests will see a rainbow of colors and various shapes and sizes showcasing the diversity of this popular flower. Also new this year will be a small selection of calla lilies on display. In all, 13 Dutch breeders are contributing 13,000 flowers for the display. The cut-flower arrangements, ranging from 12-foot tall towers, to expansive vases, to lily-covered walls and archways, will feature the style and design techniques of Dorien van den Berg, the noted designer of the lily show at Keukenhof, who will travel to Longwood from the Netherlands to oversee the creation of the display.
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