Q.ginger lillies
When and how much would I cut them back in S. ALABAMA…they have bloomed flambounantly all summer but are starting to turn yellow and have stopped blooming..

Torch Ginger is not suitable for container growing, this is most likely the issue with your plants not blooming and the weak stems that your plants have.
Here are some articles with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/ornamental-ginger/butterfly-ginger-lilies.htm