What is the planting method of lilies?
Sharing with you the planting methods of lilies and teaching you the cultivation techniques of lily plants, the following editor will provide you with a detailed explanation.
Lilies are native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, mainly distributed in East Asia, Europe, and North America. There are many varieties of lilies, such as fox tail lilies, fragrant lilies, and musk lilies. Lilies not only have a variety of species but also a fragrant aroma and medicinal value. They are good for relieving cough, moistening the lungs, and calming the mind. That's why more and more flower farmers choose to plant lilies. Next, let's understand the planting methods of lilies from the aspects of planting time, planting techniques, and post-planting care.
I. Planting Time
Lilies are suitable for planting in both spring and autumn, usually around March to April or August to September each year, because the climatic conditions in spring and autumn are in line with the growth habits of lilies. There is sufficient sunlight during spring and autumn, but it is gentle and will not burn the leaves; the temperature is moderate, not causing leaf yellowing due to high temperatures or frost damage due to low temperatures; and the rainfall also meets the growth needs of lilies.
II. Planting Techniques
1. Pot
Lilies do not have high requirements for pots. Ordinary plastic pots or gallons pots are fine, just make sure to choose the right size, generally, a mouth diameter of 22cm-24cm can plant three.
2. Soil
Lilies prefer slightly acidic soil rich in humus, with a deep soil layer and good drainage and aeration, with a soil pH of 5.5-6.5 being ideal. Before planting lilies, the soil should be disinfected to prevent infections.
3. Bulbs
Lily bulbs should be thawed and disinfected in an environment of 10-25 degrees Celsius before planting. When planting, cut off the original roots on the bulbs to promote the growth of new roots. In addition, attention should be paid to the spacing between plants during planting, as over-crowding can affect sunlight.
III. Post-Planting Care
1. Watering and Fertilizing
After planting lilies, water them regularly, controlling the amount of water to keep the soil moist; fertilize every 15 days, preferably using organic or compound fertilizers.
2. Light
Lilies in the growing stage need more sunlight, but attention should be paid to the duration and intensity of sunlight. Too strong sunlight in summer should be avoided to prevent leaf burn and affect the appearance.
The above is the complete content on the planting methods of lilies and teaching you the cultivation techniques of lilies, for your comprehensive understanding and reference!