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What to Do With Lilies After They Bloom

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Another style would be to make a raised bed, with the same planting dimensions for the bulbs (4 to 6 inches deep). The raised bed is for superb drainage. The individual plant needs around half a foot of space (6 inches) around them (radius). Fertilizer The best time to fertilize lilies is giving a little well-balance fertilizer at the time the shoots emerge and the next application is a month later. Some of these plants are daylily and peace lily which do not belong to the genus lilium. In finding true lilies, it is best to check their characteristics such as having stiff stems with narrow strap; large flowers that develop at the tip of the stem; either trumpet, bowl or bell shaped that come with petals that are reflexed. What to plant There are different types of lilies. If you are unsure of what to plant, then try researching about breed which are compatible in your location. Asiatic and Oriental lilies are the most popular types of lilies in the United States. Enchantment, Corsica, Crete, and Dawn Star are species of Asiatic lilies. They are used to make soups thicker and are used in stir fried food. The Chinese also used dried lily bulbs as a medicine. In their tradition, it could cure sore throats, build the lungs stronger, help address heart problems and improve kidney functions. They could also be used to lower down fever temperatures. Since lilies do not go dormant for a long time, it is best to buy bulbs when it is already near planting time. Here are some things to keep in mind when buying lily bulbs: When buying lily bulbs, check if the bulbs have any kind of sprouts. According to experts, it is best to buy a bulb with a sprout of not more than one inch. 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. 

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