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Hi, I would like to fill 10 x 14 inch hanging baskets with trailing begonias. How many tubers would you recommend per basket please?
When I know this, I can order from you.
Many thanks.
It can be difficult to judge how many bulbs to plant in a basket. I would suggest 5 begonia tubers for a hanging basket of 10×14″. Our Begonias are about 3-4″ in diameter so it will depend on the size of the tuber.
Begonia Pendula (Pack of 15 Corms) (SKU17706)
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Hi
Are you currently taking orders due to the Coronavirus? If so what is your estimated delivery time.
Thank you, Sophie
Hi there,
Yes we are still sending out our garden bulbs for as long as we can. Currently, we estimate about 3-5 working days. We use the Royal mail to deliver our parcels and they seem to be working on schedule with their 48hour delivery service.
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I would appreciate advice as to ideal growing conditions for tree lilies.
Hi there Jane,
I am sorry about that, all orders should have planting instructions with them.
Tree lilies can be planted in pots or in flower beds. The good thing about tree lilies is that they are happy in any well-drained soil. They like full sun ideally as they will lean to find the light otherwise and some tree lilies can get very tall.
If planting in the garden, plant the bulbs about 8″ apart. Space the groupings at least 3 feet apart.
If planting in pots, plant 3 bulbs in a 10-14″ ‘patio type’ pot using good-quality, multi-purpose compost.
Plant the bulbs with 4-6″ of soil above them.
When the Lily has finished flowering, cut any seed heads back and allow the foliage to die back naturally. Do not be tempted to cut the stem back until stems becomes hollow and brown.
After a few years of flowering, you may find the Oriental Trumpets Lily produces less blooms, it may be time to lift your bulbs and divide them by breaking off the bulblets. All the bulbs will then need replanting.
To prevent Lily Beetles from damaging your lilies, we recommend using the Lily Beetle Prevention Spray. This Spray (Grazers G4) will also stimulate growth of your lilies.
Lily Beetle Prevention (SKU17972)
Hope this helps.
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My lily bulbs arrived today, just 4 days after ordering. They are in superb condition and ready to spurt into growth. Thank you so much for the prompt service. At this testing time it is wonderful to be able to have the garden to work in and the lilies will be a joy when they flower.Keep safe and well and onceagainthank you
Aww thank you so much for your lovely comments. Happy Gardening and stay safe.
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After some years in pots, they are now producing lots of young shoots. At the end of flowering, should I lift the bulbs and take the smaller ones out?
Should I repot immediately or overwinter them, then repot in the spring?
Thank you.
Good afternoon,
Sorry for the delay in replying. When the lily has finished flowering, cut the flower heads off and leave the foliage and stem to die back naturally. Once it has all turned hollow and yellow, it can all be removed. It should be well into Autumn by this time, you can then lift your bulbs, divide them and replant them. Leave them outside for winter as your lilies like a cold dormant phase. Just ensure they don’t get too wet and there is adequate drainage.
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Hi just to make sure is it compost or soil if planted in hanging basket
If you are planting your begonias in the garden, you need a well-drained soil. If you are planting begonias in pots, then a good multi-purpose compost will be be fine.
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Just wishing you all well at this difficult time – I shall miss seeing your display at Chelsea if that is cancelled.
Hi Philip – thank you for your lovely message. We are all well and hope you are staying safe too. We are utterly disappointed all our shows have been cancelled until the end of June but we are keeping everything crossed they they will be back on in July.
Stay well.
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Hi are you still accepting and delivering orders?
Yes we sure are still accepting orders and posting out for as long as we can.
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I recently bought Oracle bulbs.
What type of soil?
What height will they achieve?
Sun or shade?
Suitable for pots or too tall?
Thanks.
Oracle is an Oriental trumpet Lily so it will be happy in any well-drained soil, in pots or in the garden. The lilies would prefer a sunny spot or you will find they will lean to find find the light. As Oracle is a ‘tree lily’ it’s going to reach a height of 120cm and may be taller once more established.
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Do you have a recipe for a home made pesticide for the red mites. Thank you
Hi John,
To prevent these insects from from ruining your lovely display of lilies, we recommend inspecting plants regularly and picking off any adult bugs and wipe any grubs off the backs of leaves. We also recommend using the Lily Beetle Prevention Spray. This Spray (Grazers G4) will also stimulate growth of your lilies. Which is all natural and eco-friendly.
Or you could try making your own garlic solution of water and crushed garlic.
Lily Beetle Prevention (SKU17972)
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