The Dwarf Lily Victory Joy is a total success growing in pots.

In our garden

I have grown the taller varieties of Lilies in pots, but they never performed that well

The dwarf varieties that grow to about 45/60 cm however are fantastic, you do get even shorter ones, but I don’t like them.

The dwarf Lily Victory Joy sits in a couple of 30 cm pots planted with 3 bulbs in each pot and placed in our courtyard. This is their third year, and they were jam packed with blooms, This year in early autumn I will repot them using which I think is the best of the bulbs. Some very different Lilies we had in our Cheshire garden.

About Dwarf Lily Victory Joy

Flowers

The large orange shaded striking flowers of the Asiatic Lily Victory Joy are quite a sight to see. Unlike the Orientals, the Asiatics are not fragrant.

Flowers for a two/three-week period between late June and late July.

Soil

Slightly acidic to neutral. When planting in a pot use a top quality peat free compost and for extended pot life add 50% John Innes No. 3.  Important point to remember, when planting your Lily bulbs, plant them deep, about 8 inches/20cm.

Position

Best of all in full sun but will cope with partial shade.

Feeding

In early Spring, apply a slow release fertiliser and do the same in mid-Autumn. In pots, I find it adequate and more practical to use liquid fertiliser like Miracle grow.

Propagation

You will probably have to repot your lily bulbs after a three-year period. In early Autumn, empty your pot and separate the bulbs. Replant the ones you feel happiest with, ensuring each one has a decent root.

The bulbs will not be as large as the original ones you planted 3 years ago, but don’t worry about this.

Remember to plant them deeply in your pot and if you plant them in your borders it is recommended to plant them 8 inches /20 cm) deep.

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