They luckily are adaptable plants that do well with springandautumn planting.

When Should You Plant Lily Bulbs?

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Tiger lily.

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For best results, plant bulbs as soon as possible so they dont dry out or sprout prematurely.

Choose a Good Growing Spot

Lilies generally grow best in full-sun locations.

To avoid these issues, plant lily bulbs about 4 weeks before the first frost of fall is expected.

Asiatic lily in yellow.

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While youre at it, you may also want to test your soil.

How Deep Should You Plant Lily Bulbs?

This can be prevented by staking lilies with large flowers at the beginning of the growing season.

preparing a hole for planting

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Wood mulch.

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Easter lily in bloom.

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Easter lilies potted in large orange pot with tall stems and white flowers on top

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Scarlet lily leaf beetle.

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