How to cultivate potted lilies
A comprehensive explanation of how to cultivate potted lilies and the cultivation techniques for family lilies, with an in-depth introduction to follow.
Those who love growing flowers always hope to have the most beautiful, eye-catching, and brilliant flowers on their balconies. However, some flowers are beautiful but not easy to grow. For beginners, they can grow some hardy plants, such as roses, geraniums, jade trees, and kaffir lilies, among others. They can also grow a type of flower on their balconies that is very easy to manage. After planting it once, it can bloom every year. When in bloom, it is very beautiful, with some emitting a strong fragrance. This flower is the lily.
Lilies not only come in many varieties but also have a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink, white, red, and mixed colors. There are more and more types of lilies now, and they are becoming more and more beautiful. Some are very fragrant, some are double-petaled, and they can be planted in the garden, growing into a large area and reaching half a person's height when in bloom. The flowers are large, with large petals and bright colors, making them beautiful from a distance. They can also be planted in pots, blooming this year and sprouting and blooming again next year, which is very convenient. So, how should potted lilies be planted?
I. The timing for planting potted lilies should either be in spring, from March to May, or a bit later in June. However, since the temperature gradually rises, it's not suitable for planting lily bulbs in June. But in some places, when the temperature isn't too high, bulbs planted in June can still bloom successfully. Alternatively, you can choose to plant in autumn, preparing plump bulbs without any damage or rot, which are more likely to bloom and have more vibrant and beautiful colors.
How to cultivate potted lilies
II. Prepare a suitable pot and potting soil. The pot for growing lilies can be plastic or ceramic, with a diameter of about 15 centimeters and sufficient depth, as the lily stems will grow quite tall later. A shallow pot is not suitable, and the depth should be at least 20 centimeters. The potting soil should be well-draining, loose, and fertile, with the addition of some perlite or other granular materials. It's best to use acidic soil and not alkaline soil, as soil that is too compact or sticky is not good.
III. The process of planting lily bulbs is simple. Before planting, the bulbs can be soaked in a fungicide solution. Cover the bulbs with more soil and plant them deeply. After planting the bulbs, learn to control the watering. After watering once, do not water continuously multiple times. Let the potting soil become slightly dry before watering again, as excessive watering can easily cause the bulbs to rot.