Since ancient times, lilies have enjoyed great folk love. They have a wonderful aroma, they captivate with their beauty. In the hands of the bride they are a symbol of innocence and purity. There are several of their types. These are hybrids Asian, curly, long-flowered, tubular, snow-white, American. The most popular Dutch varieties. The color of the flowers is snowy white, bright red, with pink stains.
If you are interested in growing lilies in the garden, do not be afraid of failures. Flower care is required similar to that of other ornamental plants. They need to be watered, weed weed, loosen the earth and fertilize. You can consider all these operations in more detail to get acquainted with the features of beautiful colors. Excess moisture to lilies is contraindicated. Water them regularly, but in moderation. Water needs to be poured under the root and monitor the moisture of the earth. It should not be overdried.
Since garden lily belongs to bulbous plants , its cultivation begins with the selection of planting material. It is acquired in early spring. Before planting in open ground, the bulbs should be wrapped in a plastic bag pre-filled with dry peat or sphagnum, and stored in the refrigerator. The temperature should be slightly above zero. In such conditions, the bulbs will not germinate prematurely. You can transfer them to the open ground immediately after the snow melts.
Starting growing lilies in the garden, you must first prepare the land. It must be mulched with humus or peat. Fertilizers should be applied simultaneously with watering. For all varieties, neutral or slightly acidic soil is suitable. At the same time, it should be loose and pass water well. Amateur gardeners, for whom growing lilies in the garden has become a real hobby, recommend 2 or 3 times during the summer to sprinkle flower beds with ash. It simultaneously performs two functions: it serves as fertilizer and destroys pathogenic fungi.
Small roots, bulbs of the plant (they are called children) are planted to a depth of seven to eight, and large adults from ten to twelve centimeters. To better understand, just remember the following proportions. The depth at which the bulb is planted should exceed its size two to three times. It should be borne in mind that growing lilies in the garden requires an interval between plants of 20 to 25 cm. The best time for breeding flowers is the beginning of autumn, but the spring season is also suitable. For tubular and Asiatic lilies (which are best suited for cultivation in our climate), you should choose sunny areas. But an abundance of light without regular watering can lead to flower diseases. In the shade under the trees for them, too, will not be the best place. Flowers need regular transplanting. For the winter, it is recommended to cover them with film or spruce branches.
Amateur gardeners growing lilies in the country will not bring problems. In addition, this delicate and refined flower will be combined with other ornamental plants, for example, with perennials. The peak of flowering lilies falls in July, while they adorn the garden throughout the summer.