Dividing Lily Of The Valley When To Split Lily Of The Valley Plants

The optimum time for lily of the valley division is when the plant is dormant in spring or fall. Separating lily of the valleys after flowering ensures the plant's energy is available for creation of roots and leaves. Divide lily of the valley four to six weeks before the first average hard freeze date in your area.

When can lily of the valley be transplanted?
When should I divide my lilies?
How far apart should I plant lily of the valley?
Should I cut back lily of the valley in the fall?
Is it OK to touch Lily of the Valley?
What to do when lilies have finished flowering?
Do you have to dig up lily bulbs every year?
How long do lily of the valley bulbs last?
What grows well with lily of the valley?
Are lily of the valley poisonous to dogs?

When can lily of the valley be transplanted?

Dividing/Transplanting: Lily-of-the-Valley is easily divided when dormant in spring or fall. Simply dig up the small rhizomes (called pips), gently separate, and replant 4in apart; plants will fill in quite quickly. Water well after transplanting.

When should I divide my lilies?

When to Move Lilies

Lilies produce from bulbs and need to be divided and transplanted in the fall for the best results. Experts say late September or early October is when to move lilies. Immediately start transplanting lily bulbs once they have been lifted. The best time to transplant lilies will depend on your zone.

How far apart should I plant lily of the valley?

Plant your Lily of the Valley with the tops barely poking above the soil surface, about 4" apart. For container planting, find a location where your "pips" or bulbous roots will receive light to moderate shade and fill your container with good quality, well-drained soil.

Should I cut back lily of the valley in the fall?

Trim off the old flower stems after the blooms begin to wilt. Cut out the stems at their base. Prune out any foliage that becomes tattered or dies during the spring or summer months. Cut back the entire plant to the soil surface after the foliage yellow in late summer or early fall.

Is it OK to touch Lily of the Valley?

Is it OK to touch lily of the valley? All parts of the lily of the valley plant are poisonous if consumed, but it is not harmful when touched.

What to do when lilies have finished flowering?

Q: Once a lily has bloomed, should the stem be cut off or the entire plant be cut back? A: It's best just to remove the stem itself. Lilies, especially those from bulbs, will feed off the foliage and will grow better the next season if it's left until it dies off.

Do you have to dig up lily bulbs every year?

As a tender plant, it is a good idea to dig up and store your lily bulbs to ensure year after year beauty. Most lilies are hardy to United States Department of Agriculture zone 8 with good mulching. ... Once all the foliage has died back, dig up the bulbs and separate any that have split into offsets.

How long do lily of the valley bulbs last?

Lily of the valley typically flowers in early to mid spring for three or four weeks – which is significantly longer than most other spring perennials. In colder climates their bloom time may start later and extend into early summer.

What grows well with lily of the valley?

Plant it with ferns, hostas, or variegated Solomon's seal (Polygonatum odoratum var. pluriflorum 'Variegatum'), which will hide lily-of-the-valley's foliage if it begins to turn drab later in the season.

Are lily of the valley poisonous to dogs?

Toxicity to pets

However, lily of the valley is still very poisonous and must be treated aggressively! When dogs or cats ingest lily of the valley, severe clinical signs can be seen, including vomiting, diarrhea, a drop in heart rate, severe cardiac arrhythmias, and possibly seizures.