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Do I have to wait until fall to transplant lilies that bloom in late spring?

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Some say you should. However, I have done them at all times as long as they are not in bloom with either foliage or the flowers. You should also know they will produce foliage in the spring, and then the foliage will die back and the flowers will be produced in mid to late summer.

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How do I eliminate pests?

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For pests such as lily beetles, you can pick them off with your hands. You can also use a pesticide spray a few times a month.

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How do I transplant potted lilies that were given to me as a gift?

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Items in pots can be transplanted at anytime. Plant at the same depth they are in the pot, during the coolest time of day.

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How can I divide and replant a cluster of gold Asiatic lilies that are still in bloom?

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It may cause damage to replant while in bloom. It is best to wait until three to four weeks after bloom.

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Can lilies be transplanted in late summer instead of fall?

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Yes, but ideally you should wait until the fall.

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When's the best time to split lily bulbs?

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Do not split the bulbs themselves. When they are mature enough, there will be two bulbs (or more) attached to each other. At that point you can simply pull them apart if you wish, or you can leave them as they are and allow them to grow and multiply more. Surprise lilies are robust and can take a lot.

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Is it safe to plant them outside in North Carolina?

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Yes.

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If my lilies have bloomed, can I move the bulbs?

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As long as the foliage or the flowers are not present, you can move them. It's best to move them in fall, but I have successfully moved them at other times.

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