422466 Lily Oriental Mixed 50
Park Promotions (UK) Ltd trading as Precious Plants
On arrival
Plant the bulbs as soon as possible upon receipt. If this isn’t possible, open the packaging so that air can circulate
and keep the bulbs in a cool, dry and dark place until you are ready to plant them. Normal planting time February
to June.
Product information
The flower size of these Oriental lilies has to be seen to be believed, with trumpet blooms often over 30cm across
and up to 4-5 flowers per stem. As well as their incredible flower power, their heady perfume is a real delight for
the senses. Lilies can be planted in either garden borders or in patio pots to be enjoyed closer to home and they sit
well alongside other cottage garden plants. Attractive to bees and butterflies. Staking is essential if planting in
borders to ensure the stems are well supported for maximum impact. Best planted in groups. Hardy and easy to grow,
returning year after year. A mixture of unnamed varieties. Flowers August-September. Height approx 90cm, spread
30cm. Caution: toxic to cats. Supplied as bulbs size 16/18.
Planting
In borders: Plant deeply at a minimum depth of roughly three times the height of the bulb. This protects them from
frost damage. Sprinkle granules of controlled-release granules into the planting hole. The bulbs should be planted
with their basal plate (which has hair-like roots hanging down from it) facing downwards, and the pointed tip of the
bulb scales pointing upwards. Cover with soil. Space 30cm apart or plant nine bulbs per square metre.
In containers: Place a 5cm layer of drainage material in the base of clay pots. Plastic containers may not need this
‘crocking’ if their drainage holes are raised off the bottom of the container. Mix granules of controlled release
fertiliser with the compost (a loam-based compost such as John Innes No 2 is recommended but multipurpose and
peat-free can also be used. Plant as above. Allow 5 bulbs per 35cm pot.
Aftercare
Keep the soil or compost moist. Water regularly during the growing season and particularly in the summer months.
During the summer feed weekly with a high potassium liquid fertiliser such as tomato food. Deadhead lilies once the
blooms have faded to prevent the plant directing energy into seed production. Break away the flowers at their base
where they join the stem to ensure the seed pods are completely removed.
Continue to feed after the flowers have faded and while the main stem is still in leaf as this boosts the bulb’s energy
for the following year. Watch out for red lily beetle and check your lilies daily. Squash the beetles and their eggs if
you spot any.
Lilies grown in borders can be lifted, cleaned and stored for the winter. However, in mild areas most lilies should
survive outdoors provided that the soil is not too wet. A mulch of leaf mould (about 7cm) is recommended to protect
against frost. In areas of the UK that are subject to harsh winter conditions, it is advisable to move pot-grown lilies
to a cool but frost-free, light and airy space such as a well-ventilated greenhouse, cold frame or sheltered porch.
