These bulbs put up a lot of foliage in the spring that totally dies back, leaving the ground apparently barren - but then, in August these blooms appear on stalks that seem to come from nowhere! (Some people call them "Naked Ladies" because they appear without foliage!)

These are one of my favorite flowers. I want to get some in my yard. :) They are so beautiful. You did an excellent job of capturing them. karmankwarner · 2012-08-05: 18:08

like the naked ladies :) beautiful set. extralarge · 2012-08-06: 08:11

lovely set and I especially like the vibrant colours in the second photo! ;)) KatysPassionata · 2012-08-06: 13:27

Great shots of a real beauty :-) busybee · 2012-08-08: 04:48

Beautiful!!!!!!! SunFlower1990 · 2012-08-08: 14:50