Dwarf Lilies

If you are looking for Dwarf lilies to grow in pots, then the dwarf Asiatic liliums are the best. They will flower from late spring into summer and reach around 40cm in height.

Available in a range of colours including whites, pinks, orange, bi-colours and pastels, these are not a fragrant lily, so they can be grown on patios and outdoor entertaining areas without being overpowering .

Grow them in a large container or planter box, but not to tall as the flowers do face upwards. These dwarf varieties have strong stems and cope well without support.

Good glossy deep green foliage lasts well, and the best time to plant them is in late winter.

How to Plant and Grow Dwarf Lilies

For a 40 cm pot you will need around 8 – 10 bulbs tp make a good dense display.

Planting Step by Step

1. Choose a position in good morning sun with a little afternoon shade, strong filtered light will usually work, deep shade is not suited.
2. Use a pot that will hold at least 3 – 5 bulbs, planted at around 7cm apart.
3. Use a good quality potting mix.
4. Ensure that drainage is good to prevent fungal problems.
5. Plant the bulbs at around 15 cm deep. and 7 cm apart.
6. Water in well with a liquid seaweed fertiliser.
7. Keep the soil moist but never wet.
8. A light mulch around the plants once they appear in spring will help ensure a cool moist root run.

Other Tips

• A little general purpose bulb fertiliser once the lilies begin to grow will be beneficial to growth and flowering.
• Watering during dry periods in spring will assist with better flower production – Do Not Overwater.
• If you choose to pick the flowers, leave at least 1/2 the foliage on the stem to feed the bulb for next years flowers.
• You can dig and divide or store the bulbs once the foliage has dies back complexly.
• Dwarf Lilies are usually available for sale from winter to early spring, check with listed participating suppliers.

Dwarf Lilies are available for sale as dormant bulbs from the following nurseries

TESSELAAR BULBS - Phone: 1300 428 527
357 Monbulk Road SILVAN VIC 3795
Guaranteed "garden worthy" bulbs, plants and perennials. Visit the website to browse our large range of daffodils or request the latest free catalogue.
www.tesselaar.net.au

GARDEN EXPRESS - phone :1300 606 242
470 Monbulk-Silvan Road Monbulk VIC 3793
"Guaranteed mail order flowering bulbs, perennials, roses, trees, landscaping plants, garden accessories and community fundraising Austra lia-wide."
www.gardenexpress.com.au