Thanks to new varieties with high decorative qualities, lilies have gained immense popularity. They have become the favorites of many flower growers. The planted lilies give the garden more attractiveness and variety.
When placing lilies in the garden, the biological characteristics of different species and groups should be taken into account. In a temperate and severely temperate continental climate, Asian hybrids and LA hybrids will be the most unpretentious. They have the widest selection of varieties in terms of color and height. Tubular and oriental lilies require more attention. The timing of flowering should also be considered in order to have flowering plants for a long time.
It is better to plant lilies in groups by type, at least 3-5-7 lilies of the same variety. Alone, they won't look spectacular. The bulbs are placed at a distance of 25-30-40 cm from each other, depending on the variety.
Lilies look good in the vicinity of perennials - phlox, delphinium, peonies, gypsophila, gladioli, anemone.
In nature, lilies grow among grasses and shrubs. Therefore, in the garden, they grow, they will form a colorful curtain among barberries, junipers, jasmine, thuja. Lily bulbs should be placed at a distance of 80-90cm from the bushes.
High varieties are planted in the background, near fences, buildings, gazebos or in the center of a flower bed. Lilies are also good as tapeworm plants, especially when planted on a lawn.
Medium-sized lilies will complement and bring their beauty to any flower garden. They can be planted along the paths in the background. Low-growing varieties will complement and revitalize a rocky hill, suitable for mixborders, for curbs, for container growing.
It is necessary to take into account the harmony of the color coloration of these plants with simultaneous flowering. So, yellow-colored varieties of lilies are good next to dark cherry ones. Bright red with apricot, yellow, white lilies.
Lilies are the decoration of any flower garden. Even after flowering, they look decent thanks to their narrow glossy leaves.
It is better to limit varieties with a strong aroma in a small garden.
Lilies should not be planted close to trees due to strong shading and dry soil near the trunk.
