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Lily feed

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– Mr William j V – 

I bought some Lilies from you and put in pots what should I feed them with as they come up?

Thanks

Hi there,

We would recommend using a diluted tomato feed to help your lilies on their way.

The Hart Family

Lily Jacksonville

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– Darrell J – 

Hi – I visited your amazing stand at Chelsea and regretted not buying Lily Jacksonville which was on display – my daughter is called Lily Jackson! Could you direct me to where they are on your website because I can’t find them?

Many thanks

Darrell

Hi there,
I have just put them in stock in our special show sale:
Lily ‘Jacksonville’ (Pack of 5 Bulbs) (SKU17860121)


The Hart Family

Planting calla lillies

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– Marion T – 

I live outside of Eugene, Oregon. Can I leave my calla lillies in the ground year round?

I’m not sure of your climate but I would lift your bulbs to be safe.

Here are our tips for Calla Lily Aftercare:

How to care for Callas

    • In most areas, the foliage will be hit by frost and slightly blackened. This should be cut away.
    • Lift Rhizomes before the first frosts and store them over winter before replanting them next Spring (after the risk of frost has passed).
    • Store Rhizomes in trays of compost in a cool, dark, frost-free location, e.g a garage, shed, warm greenhouse or conservatory.
    • Do not over water.
How to plant Calla lilies

1. Plant your rhizomes as soon as they arrive.

2. Plant just under the surface of the soil with the eyes of the rhizome facing upwards.

3. Use a loam-based compost like John Innes No. 2 but a good multi-purpose compost is also fine.

4. Water freely throughout the summer months and feed with a fertiliser every two weeks.

5. Plant one rhizome to an 8″ pot. Cover your pots with decorative stones if desired.

When to plant lily bulbs

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– Helen W –

Hello

Can I clarify if it’s too late to plant lily bulbs to flower for this year ?

Hi there,

No it’s not too late if you are looking to purchase your lily bulbs from us now. We keep our lily bulbs in a controlled environment so they can still be planted now and will flower this summer.


The Hart Family

New to Dahlias

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– Simon –

Hi, I have a raised bed 7′ x 4′ and would like to use it to grow dahlia for cut flowers.

The soil is sandy and has been dug over and weeded.

How would you advise if plant it…..how many tubers in this space please.

Any recommendations for a newbie.

Many thanks

Simon Town

Hi

Dahlias have specific spacing needs for optimal growth. Typically, most Dahlias require a space of about one square foot per tuber. This is to ensure that they have enough room to grow without competing with each other for resources. However, the Dinner Plate Dahlias, which are among the largest varieties, need a bit more space. They should ideally be spaced 12-18 inches apart. This additional space allows for their extensive foliage and large flowers to flourish. On the other hand, the more compact Dahlia varieties can share space comfortably. Multiple tubers can be planted together in each square foot, as these types don’t require as much room to grow.

Dahlias

Growing dahlias

The Hart Family

Just received my order of bulbs today

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– Sue P –

Many thanks fabulous quality I’m thrilled with them and so big too will certainly be shopping with you again 👍

Ahh thank you so much for your lovely feedback.

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Thanks again!

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How to store lily bulbs if I can’t plant them straight away

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– Georgina – 

My lily bulbs have arrived today. I can’t plant for few days. What do I do with them please? Do I take them out of the plastic bags?

Yes, you can remove your lily bulbs from their packaging and keep them somewhere cool and dark until you are ready to plant them. Even the fridge will be fine. I would advise planting them within the next week or so of receiving your bulbs as they are keen to get growing.

Storing Lily Bulbs

The Hart Family

Roselily Monica, Lily empress and Lily Amistad

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– Lyn D – 

Hello, I purchased the above 3 from you this year. Planting says they prefer ericaceous soil but it also says if planting for pots use John Innes No.3 . Is that ok as not ericaceous?
Regards, Lyn

Hi Lyn

Yes that’s correct, Roselilies are oriental lilies so they prefer an acidic soil if planting out in the garden. If planting in pots, you can use an ericaceous compost.

However, we advise using a 50:50 mix of John Innes no.3 with a multipurpose compost for all lily types including orientals. So either will be absolutely fine for your oriental lilies.


The Hart Family