This question was asked by
– Mrs catherine B

I would like to pre-order 12 lilium Anouska please…
Can you tell me how to do this?? Many thanks, Cath

Hi there,

I have just put Roselily Anouska back in stock. You can order them here: Roselily ‘Anouska’ (SKU17779)

Roselily Anouska

The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– Patricia H – 

Do I leave bulbs in pot for next year please?

Once your lilies have finished flowering, you can stop watering them and then cut just the flower heads off leaving plenty of stem on. Allow the stem and foliage to die back naturally until it has turned yellow and hollow. (This is usually towards the Autumn time.) You can then remove the stem and foliage at this point. Leaving it all to die back naturally will then feed the bulbs, allowing them to flower again the following year.

Leave the bulbs where they are over winter as they like a cold dormant phase, they just don’t like to get waterlogged as they will rot.

You can then give them a fresh layer of compost in the Spring and feed them with a diluted tomato feed during active growth periods.

Hope this helps.
The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– Philip U – 

Good afternoon. We purchased some lily bulbs from you at the Harrogate Spring Show, they have paid us back in spades with a fantastic display & lovely scent. Grown in a pot will they be ok left in the pot & overwintered in an unheated greenhouse.
Thanks & regards
Phil

Lily Aftercare

• Once your lilies have finished flowering, stop watering and carefully remove only the spent flower heads, leaving the stem in place.

• Allow the stems and leaves to die back naturally until they turn yellow and hollow (usually by autumn). At this stage, you can cut them back completely. This process feeds the bulbs, ensuring strong flowers the following year.

• Leave the bulbs in the ground or pots over winter. They benefit from a cold dormant period, but make sure the soil has good drainage as waterlogging can cause rot.

• In spring, top up with fresh compost and feed regularly with a diluted tomato feed during the active growing season.

If you get moment, we would really appreciate your feedback with a TRUSTPILOT review.

Hope this helps.

The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– Gill M – 

Hi!
I’ve got lots of lilies in my garden, purchased from you online or at shows over the years & apart from the dreaded lily beetle, have always had beautiful blooms.
I bought 20 ‘’My Wedding’ white lilies from you in April & they have grown well, split into 4 large pots each stem having 4or 5 buds. But they are now dying in the bud just as they are about to open. They are not short of water & not in direct sun for more than a couple of hours- what have I done wrong? Is it the heat? I live on the top of the Pennines between Yorkshire & Lancashire so it’s not exactly tropical. The leaves are still green & show no sign of wilt but the buds are just not thriving. I know it’s too late to do anything this year but any advice/ help for future years would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Gill

Lily My Wedding

Likely Causes of Buds Failing

Bud Blast / Bud Abortion

• Common in lilies when conditions suddenly change (temperature swings, cold winds, or fluctuating watering).
• The plant keeps its leaves healthy but “sacrifices” the buds.
• More likely in exposed areas like the Pennines where weather changes quickly.

Temperature Stress

• You’re right — not “tropical” up there! But lilies don’t like extremes either way.
• A sudden hot spell followed by cooler nights can shock developing buds.
• If the buds form in cooler weather, then hit heat/dry winds, they may shrivel.

Overwatering / Poor Drainage in Pots

• Lilies hate sitting in soggy compost — roots and bulbs stay green-leafed but buds can rot from the inside.
• Large pots need excellent drainage (lots of holes + grit).

Fungal Disease (Botrytis)

• Sometimes affects buds only, turning them brown before opening.
• Leaves usually show spotting if botrytis is bad, so maybe less likely here.

Nutrient Imbalance

• Lilies are heavy feeders. If fed too much nitrogen-rich feed, you get lush green leaves but weaker buds.
• They prefer a tomato-type feed (high potash) once stems are growing strongly, which strengthens buds and blooms.

Leave them to do their thing this year and they try again next year giving them some fresh compost and a diluted tomato feed when you start to see signs of growth.

The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– A. Gregory

Back in February 2023 I received an order of giant lilies from you. They have, of course, been fabulous and I have referred several friends to your website.
Now I would like to organise a gift, at Christmas, for my sister-in-law. How could this be organised?
Could I place, and pay for, an order and have them delivered to her at the appropriate time? Would you be able to send me pictures of the lilies so I could wrap them for her to open on the 25th?
Can you suggest anything?
Many thanks,
Aliette

Hello there,

Unfortunately, we do not send out our lily bulbs until February next year. You can pre-order some bulbs to be delivered to her for then and let her know in a card to open on Christmas day.

Alternatively, you can purchase a Gift Card and Gift Voucher from us to be sent to her for Christmas or to you to give to her personally.
Gift Certificate and Card by Post (SKU18246)

The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– Sue – 

Hello,
The roseliles have been truly amazing and I will be buying more, but notice that two of them developed stamens with pollen… are we just unlucky or is it the weather?
Having cats we can’t be too careful and have snipped them off.

Hello,

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback — we’re delighted your Roselilies have been amazing!

Regarding the stamens with pollen, this can happen when the lilies get stressed from environmental factors including extreme heat.

It’s great that you’re being careful with your cats — snipping off the stamens is a smart way to keep your pets safe.

The Hart Family

This question was asked by
– Anita C – 

Why do the lily flower buds die before they bloom, they are turning brown?

Hello

Sorry to hear your lily buds are turning brown before blooming. This is usually caused by one or more of the following:

• Lily beetles or other pests
• Fungal diseases like botrytis, which cause browning and bud drop
• Environmental stress such as strong winds, sudden temperature changes, or too much sun exposure
• Overwatering or poor drainage leading to root stress

To help prevent this next time:

• Regularly check your plants for pests and remove them promptly
• Avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry
• Provide good air circulation around the plants
• Plant lilies in well-draining soil and a spot with some shelter from harsh conditions

The Hart Family