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Hello,
I’ve had some of the above in pots for a few years but recently the growth is very weak and the flowering poor so could it be they are past there best? I overwinter them in an unheated polytunnel and have fed then in the growing season but they are still looking a bit pathetic so any advice please. As an aside we bought some bulbs from you at Tatton last year and they are emerging again very strong so looking forward to them blooming again. many thanks Roger.
To keep your lilies healthy and thriving long-term, we recommend lifting and dividing your lily bulbs every 3–4 years. This helps to:
- Prevent overcrowding
- Refresh the soil around them
- Encourage better flowering
Simply lift the bulbs in autumn after the foliage has died back, gently separate any clumps, and replant them for even more gorgeous blooms next season!
That said, they may just need replacing now depending on how long you have had them.
The Hart Family
