How to deal with lilies after they wither

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1. Storage of bulbs

2. Divide the plants

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After the lilies wither, the remaining flowers on the flower branches need to be removed, and then the flower branches should be pruned, and water and fertilizer should be controlled and applied. Cut off the dead above-ground parts in winter and store the bulbs for planting next spring. You can also use the method of dividing the plants, dig out the seed bulbs, remove the old soil after drying, break off the seed bulbs, and then plant them in flower pots.

1. Storage of bulbs

1. Storage of seed bulbs

1. After the flowers wither, there will be residual flowers on the flower branches. You can remove them first, do not continue to remain on them, and then prune the flower branches, leaving a part at the bottom. During this period, fertilizers can be applied normally, and the water supply is gradually reduced. Do not overwater to prevent water accumulation.

2. When winter is about to enter, the ones left on the ground If part of it has withered, it can be cut off at this time. Then dig out the seed bulbs and wrap them with soaked sand. If you don't want to dig them out, you can also leave them in the flower pot, spray some water every once in a while, store them in a cool and ventilated place, and then wait until next year to plant them.

2. Divide the plants

1. Wait until the main stem withers and turns yellow, then dig out the bulbs. Don’t rush to deal with them first. You can put the bulbs in a ventilated place to dry for 1-2 days. After the surrounding soil is dry, remove the old soil and trim it. Use the stump to break off the sub-ball from the cue ball.

2. Peel off the scales on the ball, and then It can be planted directly into the potting soil. It does not need to be too deep. It only needs to be buried about 6 cm. However, it must be done indoors to ensure the surrounding temperature.

2. Divide the plants

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