ULTIMATE INNOVATIONS M89203 Oriental Lily Instructions
- June 11, 2024
- ULTIMATE INNOVATIONS
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M89203 Oriental Lily Instructions
ORIENTAL LILY
*Image on cover is representative of the type of plant(s) in this offer and not necessarily indicative of actual size or color for the included variety.
OUT OF THE BOX
Your plants have been shipped to you in pots. Please remove the plants from the packaging right away and plant them as soon as possible following the planting instructions below. If it is not possible to plant them right away, follow these important steps:
- Remove plants from clam shell and place in a sunny location.
- Keep the plant well watered.
Note: Some leaves may appear wilted or yellow upon arrival. This is due to the stress of shipping and is nothing to worry about. Water the plant and let it recover in a shady location for a few days, then gently remove any foliage that does not recover to allow for new growth.
SHIPPED IN BULBS. PLANT SIZE MAY VARY BASED ON GROWING CONDITIONS.
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS
Important: Thoroughly hydrate the plant by submersing the root zone in a container of water for 10 minutes while you prepare for planting.
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Remove from clam shell.
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After watering, remove the pot by holding the plant upside down in one hand and squeezing the sides of the pot with the other.
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Prepare the root ball for planting by gently disturbing the surface
roots with your fingers, fork or gardening tool and pruning any damaged roots. This will encourage the roots to begin growing outward into the new soil. -
Dig a hole twice as deep and twice as wide as the plant’s root ball. Partially backfill the hole with soil and place the plant into the hole. The top of the root ball should be level with the ground surrounding the hole. Refill the hole with soil, firming the soil around the plant with your fingers. Check to be sure the plant is not planted too deeply. If it is, raise the plant carefully and refirm the soil.
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Water thoroughly.
SOIL PREPARATION
We recommend having your soil tested periodically by your local County
Extension Office
(www.nifa.usda.gov/extension or by
calling 1-800-333-4636). A soil test
can determine if your soil needs any amendments to enhance the growth and
performance of your plants.
Ideal garden soil is easy to dig in and drains well while still holding the
nutrients and water vital to plant growth. To prepare a bed for in-ground
planting, spade or till the soil to a depth of roughly 12-18 inches. Next,
spread a 2-4 inch layer of organic matter such as compost, shredded leaves or
peat moss over the soil and mix well.
CONTINUING CARE
WATERING
Moderate.
MULCHING
Place 2” of mulch over bulbs or straw for winter.
WEEDING
Keep the area around your plants free of weeds. Weeds compete with
surrounding plants for food, water and light. Walk around the garden
periodically and pull weeds, including the roots, as soon as you see them.
FEEDING
When you plant the bulbs add low nitrogen fertilizer in the ground. When you
see the first signs of the bulb popping with green, lightly fertilize again.
PRUNING
After the blooms have faded, the stems and foliage will remain throughout the
summer, helping to form next seasons bloom. Keep them watered and when they
die back, gently pull the dry stalks way leaving the bulb behind.
WINTERIZING
Cover the bulbs with 2–3 inch layer of mulch, such as straw or leaves in late
fall. This is especially important for bulbs that have been planted in late
fall whose roots might not be sufficiently stablished to survive the winter
without some protection.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When should I feed my bulbs?****
– Fertilize your bulbs once they are planted. Once they are about two inches tall, fertilize again. Once they start to show color, fertilize one more time.
Should I water the flower bulbs after I plant them?****
– Yes, watering well after planting is important. Thereafter, watering should only be necessary if the weather is particularly warm and dry—spring rainfall is usually enough to sustain their growth in most areas.
What should I do with the leaves after the flowers have faded?****
– Give leaves at least 8 weeks of growing, after the flowers fade. You can cut the stem, but the foliage provides energy for next year’s blooms. This is also a good time to feed bulbs,as they’re building up reserves.
QUICK REFERENCE PLANTING GUIDE
| LIGHT / SUN EXPOSURE | Full sun to part shade. |
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| USDA HARDINESS ZONES | 3 to 8. |
| PLANT TYPE | Perennial. |
PLANTING DISTANCE
IN-GROUND| 1 inch.
CONTAINER SIZE| 10 inches or larger.
MATURE HEIGHT / SPREAD| 12 to 14 inches. 6 inches.
BLOOM TIME| Blooms early to midsummer.
TIME TO REACH MATURITY| 30 to 45 days.
FACTS OF NOTE| Vivid colors. Pest resistant.
Fragrant. Produces lots of blooms. Great for borders.
We want you to love our plants and our brand!
Our Let’s Get Growing Warranty offers a one year warranty on perennials, and a
90 day warranty on annuals from time of shipment. If you have any
problems,please contact us immediately.
If possible, we will replace it with a similar or comparable plant, at our
discretion depending on availability. Call us at
949-492-8191 or email
[email protected] with any
questions after you receive your plants.
We want you to enjoy gardening, plants and flowers as much as we do!
Caution: Do not assume any plant is safe to eat. Only parts of plants
expressly grown to be eaten should be considered edible. As with any product
that is not food, care should be taken to make sure hat small children and
pets do not ingest any part of a plant that is not expressly grown to be
eaten.
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horticultural use only and is not intended for consumption or ingestion by
humans or pets. Most plants are harmless but some ontain toxic substances
which can cause adverse heath effect. Furthermore, some individuals and some
animals are sensitive or allergic to certain plants and precautions should be
taken to limit or avoid physical contact with particular plants. Some plant
have thorns or spines that can be painful if handled.
In case of ingestion, contact a poison control center immediately.
1-800-222-1222
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