Can lilies be grown in soil?

Can lilies be grown in soil?

Lilies can be grown in soil and can be planted in spring from March to April. They can be grown in water or soil. Growing in soil or water each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Plants grown in soil are stronger and have a longer flowering period, but plants grown in water are more ornamental.

Lilies can be grown in soil even without roots. The soil must be deep, fertile, and preferably slightly acidic. They can be prepared with leaf mold, sandy soil, or garden soil.

How to grow lilies in soil

1. Temperature: Lilies can grow at normal room temperature. The most suitable growth temperature is 16-20℃. The maintenance temperature in winter cannot be lower than 5℃, otherwise the plant will be frostbitten. The temperature in summer should not be higher than 30℃.

2. Water: Lilies are plants that are afraid of waterlogging. Normally the humidity should be kept at 80%, but do not allow water to accumulate due to spraying to prevent root rot of the plant.

Matters Needing Attention in Soil Culture of Lilies

1. Before planting lilies, you must choose a suitable flowerpot. Because the plant has a large root area, it is best to choose a large and deep flowerpot for planting to avoid affecting its normal growth.

2. The pots of soil-grown lilies should be changed once a year, and all the soil should be replaced. Be careful not to choose alkaline soil. The soil should be loosened frequently after planting to prevent the soil from becoming compacted.