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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 30, -0001
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    These are very resilient plants (and can even become invasive if not kept contained), so you can still plant them now. They will grow with coleus and other woodland or shade plants. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily-of-the-valley/growing-lily-of-the-valley.htm

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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    May 25, 2014
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    This article has general information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily-of-the-valley/growing-lily-of-the-valley.htm
    Apparently some varieties do most of their flowering every other year. Some people have found LOV does better in acid soil. Also, too much nitrogen can cause plants to grow leaves but not flowers, so hold of on the fertilizer, if you're using that.

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    theficuswrangler on
    June 3, 2014
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    Lily of the Valley flowering lasts only 3 - 4 weeks. However, the leaves should remain green until late summer or early fall. Since your plants are in a pot, you need to be especially careful of the watering. This article has information on that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/container-plant-watering.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 9, 2015
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    Generally Lily of the Valley do not need a lot of care, but if your soil conditions and your plants need a little boost you can use an all purpose-slow release fertilizer.
    Spread over the soil and around the lily pips after they have finished blooming this spring or summer. Rake it into the soil and water lightly.
    Do not apply directly onto the plants. You can reapply in the fall mixed into compost. This will help condition your soil.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily-of-the-valley/growing-lily-of-the-valley.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 28, 2015
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    Creeping Charlie can be very difficult to get rid of.
    It is best to pull the plant from the flower bed or as you mentioned smothering technique can be applied.
    Here is a link with more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/kill-creeping-charlie.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 16, 2015
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    You should plant Lily of the Valley in the fall in most cases.
    You can plant during the summer months and still have success, I transplanted several plants last summer that were gifted to me and had many flowers this fall.
    Water well to get them established no matter when you plant them.
    They will spread and fill areas in nicely.
    If your local garden center does not carry plants try ordering them online.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily-of-the-valley/growing-lily-of-the-valley.htm

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