lily

Lilies (Lilium 'Silk Road') require moderate to moist but not soggy soils and need to be watered regularly. Water your lilies when the top 2 inches of soil are dry to the touch and in hot weather, water deeply twice a week. Make sure not to over-water, as this can cause root-rot. During scorching temperatures, you may need to water every other day to keep the plant hydrated and happy. Be sure not to get the flowers wet as this will cause them to discolour and shorten their lifespan.

Lilies need part sun to full sun, which means that they should receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day (for example, from 10am-2pm). An ideal location for Lilies 'Silk Road' would be 1 with day-long full sun exposure. Depending on the season and time of day, these lilies may need protection from direct afternoon sun, which can scorch their leaves. If the lilies are planted in the ground, they may benefit from light dappled shade during the hottest part of the day. To ensure the best flowering performance, be sure to give your lilies an adequate amount of sunlight every day, including 4 hours of direct sun and some periods of dappled shade.

Lily (Lilium 'Silk Road') should be pruned in late winter to early spring, just prior to the start of new growth. Start by removing old flower stalks and any dead, decaying or diseased foliage. Cut the foliage back by 1-third to 1-half of its current size, leaving enough foliage to maintain an attractive shape. Once the foliage is pruned, lightly prune the stems as needed for balance and uniformity. Finally, cut off a few stems close to the base of the plant to promote increased branching. Pruning this species of lily will help keep the plant vigorous and encourage more robust blooming each season.