Planted Lily bulbs

Question

I planted some lily bulbs last spring. They bloomed, and now as the cold months rolled in, the stem is still standing slowly dying as it should. My question is: should I cut the stem, and how do I prepare my planted outdoor potted bulbs for winter?

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Answer 1

Yes, you can cut the stem. As for winter preparation, this depends on the type of lily and where you live. Some types of lilies are winter-hardy and don't need protection in gardening zones 3 and above. Others can only survive the winter in relatively warm zones 7 and above; they will need to be brought indoors in colder zones. Check your gardening zone here:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/usda-planting-zone-map.htm