Asiatic lily

Asiatic lilies (Lilium 'Fata Morgana') typically require regular watering to keep their soil lightly moist. Water the lily deeply once each week, giving enough water to moisten the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches. If the weather is particularly warm or dry, water the Asiatic lily twice a week. Do not allow the soil to dry out completely, or the lily plant may die. Additionally, lightly mist the lily foliage with water once every few days to help prevent spider mites or powdery mildew.

Asiatic lily (Lilium ‘Fata Morgana’) requires full sun in order to thrive. For optimal growth, they need at least 6 hours of direct sun each day, or a minimum of 8 hours of morning and late afternoon sunlight. This plant does best in warm locations with a lot of natural light, such as east, south, or west-facing garden beds. The Asiatic lily is not tolerant of shade, so it is important to ensure that the plant is placed where it can receive sun for the majority of the day. Additionally, during the hottest part of the day, some shade may be beneficial.

Asiatic lilies of variety Fata Morgana should be pruned twice a year. During the first pruning round in early spring, all the dead wood and flower heads should be trimmed off and the stem should be cut back to 2 inches above the soil surface. A second pruning should be performed during late summer or early fall, after the group has finished flowering. Again dead flower heads, as well as any dormant buds should be cut off. Flowers that are still in the beginning stages of development should be left as they will produce more blooms the following year.