Features of planting and care
Lilies are planted in the spring (early April) or autumn (early - mid-October)
It is important to remember: the soil temperature should not be lower than 15 degrees.
At this temperature, the bulb takes root faster and takes root well. At high temperatures, it is more difficult to achieve rooting: drip irrigation is needed.
Varieties from the La Hybrid group thrive in well-lit areas. The optimal place for planting is considered to be a site where the sun will be from early morning until lunchtime. Landing in dark places is also allowed, but no one guarantees maximum decorative beauty.
When planting a plant, you need to adhere to the following recommendations:
- the place for planting the bulbs must first be dug up. The depth of the digging should not be less than 40 cm (20 cm is the depth of planting of the lily, the remaining 20 - for the root system);
- if the soil is heavy, add sand. It is forbidden to use quarry clay, it is better to take river washed. For 1 sq. 1 bucket (10 kg) is enough for a meter of soil;
- the day before planting the bulb - the hole must be poured abundantly with water;
- planting of a plant is carried out exclusively in dry weather;
- before planting, the bulb is moistened in water (just dip).
The key nuance in caring for varieties of lilies from the La Hybrida group is mulching the top layer of the soil. This is able to retain the required amount of moisture and protects the soil from compaction.
In the first half of the summer period, abundant watering of lilies under the root system is recommended. If water gets on the lily foliage, a burn will be provided.
Feeding La Hybrids is carried out in several stages. The first occurs in early spring before the first shoots appear. After that, feeding occurs during the period of bud formation.
As a top dressing they use:
- double superphosphate;
- potassium magnesium.
Mineral complexes are used in a soluble form according to the instructions on the label.
Features of lilies and approaches to classification
The lily flower is easy to distinguish from the flowers of other plants. This perennial gave its name to the whole family of Liliaceae and has a very wide species diversity. The main distinguishing features are:
- the presence of bulbs (from 1 to 27 cm), from the bottom of which the whole plant grows;
- the stem can be from 14 cm to 2.5 meters high (all covered with leaves or only in its lower part);
- there are varieties with one flower and multi-colored inflorescences in the form of umbrellas, cones or cylinders;
- flowers in different species can be from 4 to 25 cm cup-shaped, turban-shaped, star-shaped, looking up, down or to the sides;
- each flower has 6 petals, 5-7 stamens and 1 pistil;
- colors of flowers are distinguished by a rich palette, monochromatic, with stripes, blotches and large spots;
- many varieties have a strong or moderate pleasant aroma, some hybrids are practically odorless;
- the fruit of the plant is a coenocarp capsule with flat seeds covered with a membranous peel.
Breeding new types of lilies is possible only under laboratory conditions through the efforts of specialists, but most hybrids are quite easy to grow from a bulb even for novice growers. With many common characteristics, each species has its own characteristics of planting and care.
Therefore, it is important to know which species group this or that representative belongs to in order to satisfy all the requirements of its cultivation.
In recent decades, it has been accepted to determine the types of lilies according to the international classification “The International Lily Register. Third Edition. The Royal Horticultural Society, London, 1982In accordance with this register, all garden, indoor and greenhouse lilies can be divided into 8 large groups.
Many of them appeared as a result of selection and hybridization, and several wild-growing species continue to grow in the wild, which became the ancestors of most modern varieties. Among them is the Daurian or Pennsylvanian lily growing in Mongolia, North Korea, China and the Far East. It is a large herbaceous perennial up to 1.4 m with red-orange large (12.5 cm) flowers with brown-purple specks. The variety is used both as a garden ornamental and as a material for breeding work.
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LO hybrids
LO hybrids were obtained from Longiflorum and Oriental hybrids. Varieties with a very pleasant aroma and funnel-shaped flowers reproduce well by division, perfectly tolerate the climate of the middle zone. Unfortunately, like many other hybrids, they suffer from fungal diseases. 
LO hybrid 'Pink Heaven'
I will name several varieties. The ‘Pink Heaven’ is a powerful plant with huge tubular pink fragrant flowers. ‘Prince Promice’ - gracefully shaped flowers with a pink center, the color towards the edges of the petals smoothly turns into white.
LO hybrid 'Prince Promise'
Slightly different from it ‘Quween Promice’ in a relatively uniform pink color. The height and flowering time of both plants are approximately the same. 
LO hybrid 'Triumphator'
Quite common and deservedly loved by everyone, the hardy and easy-going ‘Triumphator’ is tall with delicate, porcelain-like white flowers with a pink-lilac throat. 
The LO hybrid 'Sea Treasure' The 'Sea Treasure' blooms in late July-August with white flowers with a thin pink stripe in the middle of each petal.
Features of planting and care
Lilies are planted in the spring (early April) or autumn (early - mid-October)
It is important to remember: the soil temperature should not be lower than 15 degrees.
At this temperature, the bulb takes root faster and takes root well. At high temperatures, it is more difficult to achieve rooting: drip irrigation is needed.
Varieties from the La Hybrid group thrive in well-lit areas. The optimal place for planting is considered to be a site where the sun will be from early morning until lunchtime. Landing in dark places is also allowed, but no one guarantees maximum decorative beauty.
When planting a plant, you need to adhere to the following recommendations:
- the place for planting the bulbs must first be dug up. The depth of the digging should not be less than 40 cm (20 cm is the depth of planting of the lily, the remaining 20 - for the root system);
- if the soil is heavy, add sand. It is forbidden to use quarry clay, it is better to take river washed. For 1 sq. 1 bucket (10 kg) is enough for a meter of soil;
- the day before planting the bulb - the hole must be poured abundantly with water;
- planting of a plant is carried out exclusively in dry weather;
- before planting, the bulb is moistened in water (just dip).
The key nuance in caring for varieties of lilies from the La Hybrida group is mulching the top layer of the soil. This is able to retain the required amount of moisture and protects the soil from compaction.
In the first half of the summer period, abundant watering of lilies under the root system is recommended. If water gets on the lily foliage, a burn will be provided.
Feeding La Hybrids is carried out in several stages. The first occurs in early spring before the first shoots appear. After that, feeding occurs during the period of bud formation.
As a top dressing they use:
- double superphosphate;
- potassium magnesium.
Mineral complexes are used in a soluble form according to the instructions on the label.
Diseases and pests of double lilies and methods of their treatment
Despite the fact that Asian representatives are unpretentious in care and even a novice florist can grow them without difficulty, they are more susceptible to certain diseases than anyone else:
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The most dangerous are viral, since they proceed with lightning speed and are asymptomatic, and changes can be noticed only when the plant is already dying. Of the viral diseases, lilies suffer from variegation, which can be transmitted to them from tulips, therefore the proximity of these two plants is undesirable.
- Fusarium is also common, which is manifested by putrefactive processes in the bulbs. It can be provoked by excessive watering, poor drainage system and regular fertilization of plants with manure. Fungicides are used to treat fungal diseases.
- Some diseases are caused by improper or insufficient care (for example, burns, dried leaves, yellowing of leaves). Representatives of this species are more likely than others to suffer from frost and direct sunlight.
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Most often, the owners of Asiatic lilies are faced with a well-known disease - botrytis. It attacks flowers during cold weather or high humidity. To avoid the disease, prevention is needed, which consists in watering the seedling with the addition of a solution of copper sulfate, alcohol and soda.
- Lilies can suffer from parasites. The most common are the red beetle, onion leaf beetle, and aphids. In order to prevent pests from appearing, you need to maintain the necessary conditions and carefully examine the plants for cobwebs, spots or bumps. For treatment, insecticides are used.
All major diseases are treated by eliminating care errors and special products that can be purchased at the flower shop.
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LA hybrids
between long-flowered (Longoflorum) and Asian (Asiatic) are among the most promising and are called LA (LA) -hybrids. They are unpretentious and stable, with large flowers of various colors. Some varieties have a weak aroma, which, however, does not play a special role, because to feel it, you need to bury your nose directly into the flower. But for their endurance, beauty and high reproductive rate, these lilies can be forgiven for their lack of smell. Representatives of this group owe a variety of colors to the "parents" from the section of Asian hybrids.
LA hybrid 'Saraminda'
White varieties ‘Saraminda’ and ‘Aerobic’ and tall with delicate specks ‘Combat’ look extraordinarily powerful, due to the dense, "waxy" texture of the petals. 
LA hybrid 'Courier'
'Courier' is also a white variety, but is prized for its creamy greenish, "mayonnaise" shade.
LA hybrid 'Narbonne'
Red varieties are rich and expressive.
The LA hybrid ‘Birgi’ ‘Birgi’, ‘California’, ‘Fangio’, ‘Narbonne’ create a bright accent in the garden, and those planted close to each other fascinate with the play of shades.
‘Fangio’ LA hybrid ‘Red Allert’ has an unusual wine color.
LA hybrid ‘Red Allert’ ‘Tropical Diamond’
LA hybrid 'Tropic Diamond'
In the LA hybrids group, there are two-tone varieties such as the white-pink ‘Samur’ ‘Showbiz’. 
LA hybrid 'Samur'
The group of varieties with dense specks ("tango") includes: yellow with red specks ‘Suncrest’, white with dark pink ‘Cecil’, with bright orange-red ‘Kentucky’ and others.
LA hybrid ‘Advantage’ Very elegant and beloved varieties with orange and salmon color: pure shade with small specks in the back of the glass ‘Advantage’, apricot ‘Orange Dazzle’
LA hybrid 'Menorca'
The range of salmon varieties ‘Menorca’, ‘Salmon Classic’, ‘Monteleone’ is excellent. 
LA hybrid 'Salmon Classic'
Not everyone likes varieties of yellow shades, and in vain. 
LA hybrid 'Ceb Dazzle'
The cheerful color of the sun and flowering meadows will cheer you up when you plant lilies of the varieties ‘Ceb Dazzle’, ‘CebGlow’, ‘Formoza’, ‘Golden Tucoon’, ‘Lillehammer’ and others.
How to plant?
The procedure under consideration should be started in the spring, after the soil on the site warms up well. If the gardener plans to plant several liriodendrons, he needs to make sure there is enough free space (the recommended distance between trees is 5 m). One of the main conditions contributing to the rapid development of a plant is the abundance of sunlight. In addition, the selected place must be protected from strong winds that can damage the shoots of the young liriodendron.
Particular attention should be paid to the groundwater level at the site: being located close to the surface, they make the soil excessively wet and threaten the root system of the tulip tree
As for the soil, it should have a slightly acidic or neutral reaction (pH 6.5-7.0). It is also desirable that the soil is loose and does not suffer from excess lime, which slows down the development of a young tree. In a situation where the land lacks nutrients, it must be fed using rotted manure and mature compost. If the soil is too depleted, this combination can be supplemented with a glass of complex mineral fertilizer.
Having fulfilled the above conditions, the owner of the site can start planting the liriodendron, following a simple sequence of actions.
- Prepare a hole, the dimensions of which are determined by the size of the young plant (the best option is a week before the scheduled procedure).
- Carefully examine the root system of the tree. If you find dried or rotten areas, you need to get rid of them, not forgetting to process the sections with crushed coal.
- If the roots of the seedling are open, you should not hesitate with planting it. Immediately before the specified procedure, they should be placed in a container with water for 3-4 hours.
- In a situation where the plant is purchased in a container, it must be thoroughly watered on the eve of planting. This action contributes to the extraction of the earthen lump, which is strongly not recommended to break.
- Before placing the seedling in the pit, a drainage layer of broken brick and / or gravel should be arranged at its bottom.
- Having placed the tree in the center of the recess, you can start burying. The substrate must be compacted gradually and very carefully (otherwise air voids will remain).
Care features
Lily "Marlene" is unpretentious. However, favorable conditions for good growth and full development still need to be created. As already mentioned, the flower should be in a well-lit place. However, it should not fall under the scorching sun. Consider this when planting in open ground and when placing the pot at home.
Watering should be moderate. Young plants (in the first year of life) should be watered every 3 days. Adult flowers require even less moisture - 1-2 times a week is enough. On very hot days, you can water the crop every other day. To do this, use good clean water from a well. The tap liquid must be defended. Water should penetrate to a depth of about 20 cm. More superficial watering will not be sufficient, however, and it is not worth pouring the flower.
Since the lily is an Asian culture, it loves humid air. Therefore, with a lack of this indicator, it is advisable to spray the leaves from a spray bottle. Culture also needs fresh air.
You need to fertilize the culture several times. The first feeding is done immediately after the entrances appear. During this period, the soil is enriched with nitrogen. The second time the flower is fertilized after the buds appear. A complex fertilizer is used. After the end of flowering, drugs with phosphorus and potassium are used.
A good solution would be to add wood ash to the soil. This is done at the rate of 100 grams per square meter. The frequency of the procedure is 3 times a season. This has a stimulating effect on flowering and also makes the color of the petals more intense.
It is also useful to use growth stimulants in conjunction with liquid fertilizers rich in trace elements. Treatment begins at the beginning of bud formation. With a frequency of once every 10 days, the procedure is repeated until the very beginning of flowering.
Loosening is an important process. It must be carried out regularly, regardless of the age of the plant. The use of mulching is desirable. This avoids drying out and overheating of the roots. In autumn, the stem should be shortened, leaving 7-8 cm. Shelter of the flower for the winter is not required. You can only mulch the plant with leaves, sawdust.
