Care
Asian terry lilies do not need special care, but some rules are important to follow
- It is imperative to plant lilies in a well-lit place; in the shade, the gardener may never wait for flowering.
- Watering Asian varieties is required during the period of bud formation and flowering. Usually the soil is moistened every 2–4 weeks. It is better to use a watering can and direct the stream under the root, without getting on the above-ground part. Perform the procedure in the morning or evening. After flowering, lilies do not need watering.
- During the budding period, the plant should be fertilized, but during flowering, all feeding stops. The last fertilization should be applied at the end of summer to prepare the bulb for the dormant period. It is better to use mixtures containing potassium.
- Asian varieties do not need shelter for the winter, but for additional insulation, you can cover the plant with a layer of mulch or snow.
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Description
The culture is a hybrid obtained by crossing Asian varieties. These flowers adapt well to the harsh Russian conditions. Depending on the variety, their petals have different colors, and there are even varieties that include several shades. Terry lilies are distinguished by large buds. One stem can contain up to 30 flowers. Despite their exquisite appearance, these plants are odorless. But they are resistant to frost down to -40 degrees and do not impose strict requirements on the soil.
This variety can be grown in one place without transplanting for 3-4 years. Planting is done in early or mid September, or in spring, late April - May. When the buds have faded, you need to remove them along with the ovary. In September, when the leaves begin to turn yellow, the stem should be cut off at soil level.
