Lilies
There are numerous types of lilies and growing lily bulbs in the garden is a great way to add instant color to the landscape. Learn more about growing lilies and how to care for them with the following information. You will also find tips on common problems associated with true lily varieties and how to treat them. Packed with this knowledge, you will have everything you need to grow these beautiful plants.
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Plant This Stunning Lily Pot Lasagna in March for a Summer of Fragrant Beauty in Small SpacesFor a foolproof summer planting recipe to make your summer really pop, try lily lasagna bulb planting. This breathtaking triple threat promises a continuous summer of lovely lilies for lazy gardeners
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Even a Small Amount of Pollen From This Common Flower Could Be Deadly for Your Cat – Plus, the Pet-Safe Alternatives to Use InsteadLilies are extremely toxic to cats and it is best to not have any type of lily in your home or garden if you have a feline friend in your life. Keep kitty safe.
By Tyler Schuster
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How and When to Transplant Lilies: A Complete Guide for SuccessLilies tend to naturalize in the garden, and unlike some other bulb plants, they don't go dormant. Learn how to transplant and divide them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Companions For Lilies In The Garden: Plants That Grow Well With LiliesLilies have been adored and considered sacred plants in different cultures for centuries. Today, they are still one of the most loved garden plants. Their deeply rooted bulbs and wide array of colors and variety make them great companion plants. Learn more here.
By Darcy Larum
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Madonna Lily Flower: How To Care For Madonna Lily BulbsThe Madonna lily flower is a striking, white bloom that grows from bulbs. Find growing tips here and add this plant to your must-have list.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Overwintering Lilies – Do Lily Bulbs Need To Be OverwinteredDo lily bulbs need to be overwintered? Gardeners in colder climates would do well to pull up the bulbs and save them indoors unless you treat the plants as annuals. But that would be a shame since storing lily bulbs is easy. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Should You Stake Lily Plants: Tips For Staking Lilies In The GardenDo lilies need staking? A lot of taller plants will eventually need a little extra support if you don't want your flowers lying in the dirt. Staking lilies is a simple way to ensure your late season beds continue to add beauty to your garden. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Growing Wood Lilies: How To Care For Wood Lily PlantsIn most of the northern parts of the country, wood lily plants grow in grasslands and mountainous regions, filling the fields and slopes with their cheerful blooms. Learn about growing wood lilies in this article.
By Anne Baley
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How To Care For Easter Lily IndoorsDon’t let that beautiful Easter lily die. Learn how to care for it indoors, and then plant it outside. Click to learn more.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Storing Gloriosa Lily Tubers: Caring For Gloriosa Lily In WinterHardy in zones 9 or higher, many of us can only grow gloriosa as an annual. Northern gardeners can store gloriosa tubers indoors over winter. However, these tubers require a little different care than most tubers and bulbs. This article will help.
By Darcy Larum
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Can Easter Lilies Be Planted Outside: Tips On Growing Easter Lilies In The GardenEaster lilies can?t overwinter in cold climates but in warm to temperate regions they will thrive and come. So if you have one of these plants and want to move it outdoors, click on this article for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Rubrum Lily: Planting Rubrum Lily BulbsRubrum lilies are an excellent option for gardeners who want to enjoy a profusion of blooms late in the growing season. Learn about them here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Are Oriental And Asiatic Lilies The Same?Are Oriental and Asiatic lilies the same? The answer to this often-asked question is no, the plants are definitely not the same. Learn how to tell the difference between Asiatic and Oriental lilies in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Potted Lily Plants – Tips On Planting Lilies In ContainersIf you find yourself drawn to the exotic look of lilies and wonder "can you grow lily plants in pots," the answer is yes. As long as you have enough space on your porch, patio or balcony for a medium to large pot, it?s more than possible. This article will get you started.
By Darcy Larum
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Gloriosa Lily Seed Germination – Learn How To Plant Gloriosa Lily SeedsGloriosa lilies are beautiful, tropical looking flowering plants that bring a splash of color to your garden or home, and it can produce seeds for you to grow into more plants. Click here to learn more about gloriosa lily seed germination and when to plant gloriosa lily seeds.
By Liz Baessler
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Tiger Lily Mosaic Virus – Are Tiger Lilies Prone To Mosaic VirusAre tiger lilies prone to mosaic virus? Tiger lilies can carry mosaic virus, and although it has little impact on them, it can be spread to the other lilies in your beds. Click on this article for information on planting tiger lilies near others in the garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Transplanting Tiger Lilies: How To Transplant Tiger Lily PlantsDividing the cluster of bulbs and transplanting tiger lilies will enhance growth and blooming, and increase your stock of these charming lilies. For best success, you should know when to divide and how to transplant tiger lily plants. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant

