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Do lily bulbs need to be overwintered in paper or cardboard? Not necessarily, but the container needs to breath to prevent moisture from collecting and causing mildew or mold. You might also try a mesh bag filled with moss.
- How do you prepare lilies for winter?
- Can you leave lilies in pots over winter?
- When should lily bulbs be separated?
- How do you store bulbs for the winter?
How do you prepare lilies for winter?
Cut down the dead stalks in the late fall or early spring. Before winter, add 4 to 6 inches of mulch, simply to delay the ground freeze and allow the roots to keep growing. Leave the mulch until spring once the last hard frost has passed.
Can you leave lilies in pots over winter?
Overwintering Container Grown Lilies
Stick a few mothballs in the pot to deter mice and other pests. Then simply overwinter them in a frost-free greenhouse, cold frame, shed or basement. You can also wrap the entire pot in bubble wrap and leave it outside for the winter if you don't have a cool shelter to put it in.
When should lily bulbs be separated?
Lilies produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for the best results. Experts say late September or early October is when to move lilies. Immediately start transplanting lily bulbs once they have been lifted. The best time to transplant lilies will depend on your zone.
How do you store bulbs for the winter?
Store tender bulbs in paper bags, reusable mesh bags, or cardboard boxes with air holes poked in for air circulation. Fill the container with peat moss, sawdust, or vermiculite—enough to cover each bulb by one inch. Make sure the bulbs have enough air circulation to prevent rotting. Store bulbs in a dry place.
