Pink Stargazer Lily

Oriental lilies require well-drained soil in an area that receives sun or part shade. The ideal situation will place the Stargazer oriental lily flowers and leaves in sun while shading their roots. They need to be kept moist. Stargazer lilies can be planted either in the fall or spring, whenever the bulbs are available. Handle the lily bulbs carefully because the scales can be easily broken off. Space them 6 to 10 inches apart. Plant your Stargazer lilies with 4 to 6 inches of soil covering the bulb. This allows them to form roots along their stems. Fertilize lilies lightly monthly with 4-8-4 organic fertilizer, starting when the shoots begin to emerge. Mulch well to keep lily roots cool. Remove blooms when they die to prevent seedpod formation. Cut stems off at ground level after they turn brown, but never cut them down while the leaves are still green.