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Lilies of the Valley

15 years ago

I just got a few pips of this plant and some were much more "grown" than the others, so planting was a bit confusing. The instructions were to plant an inch deep, horizontally, and with the pips just breaking the surface of the soil. However, some of the pips had already seemed to be growing into a plant. I had one about 5 inches long so I just buried the root. However, now the "plant" is lying on the ground. Should I have buried the entire 5 inch growth? Please help. Thanks.

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buyorsell888
15 years ago
Is it green leafy growth? If so, no don't bury it. You want to bury the white runners though.
jennyappleseed
Original Author
15 years ago
Well, I believe its green growth, but I do see some white so I am going to try to post a picture in a day or two. Thanks for your reply.
jennyappleseed
Original Author
15 years ago
I hope you are able to see this photo. I'm thinking I need to bury more. Please let me know and thanks.

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