When Should Lilies Be Dug Up?

In the fall, it is recommended to prune and deadhead daylilies as they brown, dry up, and die away. If you want to put the plant back entirely, wait until the first hard frost. Fall is the perfect time to dig up and divide daylilies, especially since they have already grown. Lilies produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for optimal performance in spring. Experts suggest moving lilies in late September or early October.

To help lilies reach their full potential, it is best to divide them in the fall after the flowers fade and leaves wilt. Carefully dig up a clump of lily bulbs in early fall, separate the bulbs, and replant them immediately. Lilies produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for the best results.

Lilies produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for the best results. The best time to remove lilies from pots and re-plant them is after the tops have died back, as the nutrients in the tops drain back into the bulbs. The best time to transplant lilies is when the leaves have turned from green to brown because it is certain the bulbs have matured enough to.

Lily bulbs can be planted from late autumn until early April, and they should be bought as bulbs. Choose large, firm bulbs to ensure optimal performance in spring.


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When Should Lilies Be Dug Up?
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