wood lily

Wood lilies should be watered once a week. In order to ensure healthy growth and flowering, it is important to water them deeply. Use a watering can or hose with a light shower setting and let the water trickle down to the roots and soak the soil. It is best to water in the morning and avoid wetting the foliage. When the top few inches of soil start to dry out, it is time to water the plant again.

Wood lily needs partial to full sunlight for at least 6 hours a day. In late winter and early spring they can do well with sunlight for 4-5 hours a day. During summer months, they need 10-12 hours of morning sun each day to thrive. Wood lily does best in locations that get sun in the morning and shade in the afternoon. In locations that get strong sun throughout the day, it is best to provide ample shade such as a tree or other structure.

Wood lilies should be pruned in early spring when new growth appears. To maintain a healthy plant and promote proper blooming, wood lilies should be pruned back by about 1-third of their height. This encourages the plant to become bushier, with larger groups of flowers, as well as provide a more compact, balanced habit. Pruning also helps the growth of new, healthy foliage and flowers. Be sure to prune away any dead or diseased branches, as well as remove any that cross over each other, as this can lead to weakened branches. With proper pruning, wood lilies will look beautiful and healthy for many years.