Lily bulbs with sizes of 7-10 cm should be buried in about 3-4 inches deep of soil, larger bulbs with 10-15 cm should be buried in about 4-6 inches. Make sure that the bulbs are about 12 inches apart for the smalls ones and 18 inches for the larger ones. After planting, water them and this would make sure that the soil is damp enough to provide moisture. Water lilies are transformed into hand-woven products like slippers, handicrafts and placemats. If you have a pond with fishes in it, then try adding some water lilies. They provide a habitat for micro-organisms that fishes feed on, according to the Texas A&M University. By doing so, your fish would not require too much artificial food. Spring would be the best time to apply fertilizers with phosphorus-rich formula. When applying these fertilizer, always follow the label directions. Be careful when cultivating the soil, if the lily shoots get damaged, it is possible that they would not regenerate. Be careful for letting water in when cultivating. For those not very familiar with each individual plant s characteristics, try to visit them in public gardens during bloom time to see them in their full glory. Planting Lily bulbs may be planted in spring or fall. If there are hardy plants in containers, include them in your garden. Choose only firm and plump bulbs with roots in them. In fact, it is the fourth most popular flower across the globe. Like other flowers, lilies come in different types, shapes, colors and sizes. Commonly, they are used as borders or beds of other plants such as shrubs. Other varieties are perfect as accent plants while others are ideal for pool planting. Slow-release fertilizer works fine, too. Unless your soil is poor, there is no need to feed your plants. If there is too much nitrogen, the plants will have lush leaves but with weak stems. (In hot, wet areas, nitrogen can cause rotting of bulbs.) Water After they flower, lilies don t need much water like they used to.