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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 12, 2012
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    Not certain but it sounds like the lily leaf beetle may be to blame. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily/lily-leaf-beetle.htm

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    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    May 3, 2013
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    Your lily plants will be fine is the sun doesn't shine for a while. They will still be getting ambient light that will keep them happy until the sun is out again. The rain should not hurt the plants unless they are in a container or soil that doesn't drain well.

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    Nikki on
    March 29, 2014
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    You can grow them in sun to part shade with fertile, well-draining soil. Bulbs are normally quite resilient as far as growing conditions go and are suitable for both the garden and container envionments, so this choice is really up to you. However, the plant will require additional water in a pot, especially if your region is dry and windy. Speaking of this, other plants that respond well to these conditions include xeriscape plants. The following articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/xeriscape/drought-tolerant-flowers.htm, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/spaces/wind-resistant-plants-for-your-windy-garden.htm

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    Nikki on
    April 16, 2014
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    It would not be cutworm. It was likely a rodent of some kind that was startled before it could finish the plant's flower buds. This article may be helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/garden-mouse-control.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 17, 2016
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    You on the outside edge of the growing zone of 4-8 for Orienpet Lililies.
    Since they are a perennial they do need to stay in the ground year-round.
    They do need a chill down of at least 8 weeks during dormancy.
    There are some reports of some success in zone 9.

    Look for bulb varieties that list zones 9. Purchase from a reputable source and review their guarantee.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/lily/growing-tree-lily-bulbs.htm

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    drtreelove on
    June 21, 2018
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    I suspect a fungal disease, but which one I'm not sure; there are multiple possibilities.
    What can you do? Sanitation, prune out and dispose of infected leaves, avoid overhead watering that can spread the spores, address soil fertility and water management to keep the plants as healthy as possible to resist disease.
    A systemic fungicide from your garden center can be considered.

    The following link has the best description of the various possibilities that I could find.
    http://homeguides.sfgate.com/lilies-black-spots-39022.html

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