In Manitoba, When Should I Transplant Lilies?

Lilies are hardy perennials that can be planted in the fall or spring, but the best time to move them is during the fall when they have matured, from September 15th through October 15th. They produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for the best results. Experts recommend late September for successful planting, but only some can be planted in the spring due to the good amended soil. To transplant lilies effectively, it is crucial to minimize transplant shock and employ the right techniques for preparing and dividing the bulbs.

Martagons in green growth can be moved anytime with minimal root disturbance, in a ball of soil, into a prepared planting hole elsewhere, with little risk of any setback. Dividing and transplanting daylilies is a great way to spruce up your garden game, but you’ll need to divide them at the right time and pick a good spot for the new transplants to grow. Uprooting them requires planting the bulbs in autumn, and lilies appear in spring. As an extra, lily bulbs multiply every year under the soil, so from time to time, you’ll need to divide and transplant the bulbs, which means more lilies.

In all climates, the best time to transplant daylilies is in the spring when the shoots are just beginning to emerge. Technically, you can move your plants any time the ground can be worked, but this process tends to be the most successful if you do it in the spring or fall. The best time to divide lilies is in the fall, or alternatively about four weeks after blooming, when the leaves are starting to yellow and stems are browning.

For tiger lily bulbs, the best time for transplanting is when the foliage has died back, but remember to mark the area before all the greenery disappears. Most lilies should be planted to a depth of 6″ and 12-16″ apart, while Trumpets and Orientals should be planted to a depth of 8″ for extra winter protection.