Article: Easter in bloom; Lilies are lovely symbol of new life.(LIFE - HOME)

Byline: Jen Waters, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

Easter lasts a little longer in Janice Pickering's Alexandria flower beds. About five years ago, she planted two Easter lilies in an area close to her house. Today, she has 15 plants, which bloom in late spring.

"There is nothing more beautiful," she says. "It's a sight to behold. ... They are very lovely ... and they smell good. ... They are white and pure looking. ... They look so pretty when you want a cut flower. I sing their praises."

Because Easter lilies are symbols of new life, decorating with them has become a springtime tradition in many homes. In fact, they are one of the largest crops in ...

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