What to plant with lilies in pots

Many of us plant lovers have limited space in our gardens. You may live in an apartment, with no yard, or you may have already filled your flower beds to the brim. 

Yet, you find yourself drawn to the exotic look of lilies and, as a result, wonder “can you grow lily plants in pots?” The answer is yes.

As long as you have enough space on your porch, patio or balcony for a medium to large pot, you can grow potted lily plants.

Growing lilies in pots indoors

Read on to learn more.

Container Grown Lilies

To grow potted lily plants, you will need these few things:

• Healthy lily bulbs – You can purchase lily bulbs from many places. Mail order catalogs, home improvement stores, garden centers and plant nurseries often have lily bulbs for sale in packages.

  When you get these bulbs home, it's important to sort through them. Throw away any bulbs that are mushy or moldy.

  What to do with lilies in pots after flowering

  Plant only the bulbs that look healthy.

• A medium to large, well-draining pot – Proper drainage is very important for lilies. While they like moist soil, sopping wet soil will cause the bulbs to rot.

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