Re: Surprise lilies and Maginot Line of bamboo


> surprise lily's foliage came up in spring but I never got flowers. 
> Well, the foliage is back this year, so they aren't dead.  Is there
> anything I can do NOW to better my chances of getting blooms this
> summer?
> 
> -- 
> Pat 
> pattm@execpc.com
> Zone 5 SE Wisconsin 
> (still hoping for someone to tell me when they prune their Buddleias
> back in my zone)



I do not know what "surprise lily's" are per say, but if they are in the lillium group or another bulbous plant- the answer is nothing.

Flower production is dependent on bulb size, which is the result of last year's growth. The flower buds are produced in late summer/fall of last year.

If it is like most bulbs a rich well draining soil with plenty of light.
 If you know the "proper" name maybe I can be more helpful.

The Bubbulias if more than two years old should be cut down in early spring or late fall. The flowers are produced on new growth.

Paul

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