A stargazer lily produces large blooms that point upward. It is widely used in floral arrangements, and Iowa State university states that it does well as a border plant when planted in the middle or the back of the garden. It is a flower that is suited for zones 4 through 9, and planting it in your garden is a straightforward task that rewards you with upright, crimson-red blooms.
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You’ll Need:
- Trowel
- Compost (optional)
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Choose a location with access to full sun and well-drained, sandy soil.
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Plant stargazer bulbs between mid-September and mid-October, so they will go dormant during the winter and provide blooms during the summer.
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Dig holes with a trowel that are between four and six inches deep and just wide enough for the stargazer lily bulb.
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Space the holes eight to 12 inches apart. Iowa State University recommends a group planting with clusters of five bulbs near one another.
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Replace the soil over the bulb and pat it down firmly.
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Water thoroughly.
Tips & Warnings
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If the soil for the location has too much clay, add plenty of compost or other organic matter to help with the drainage.
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Plant stargazer lily bulbs near plants like oriental poppies and purple coneflowers so that rabbits stay away. Otherwise, the stargazer lily bulbs may be nibbled by rabbits.
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