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how do i get day lillies ready in the spring
Daylilies are easy-care plants that need very little attention. They do not need any fertilizing right now; when active, if you must, fertilize ONCE with a VERY diluted all purpose fertilizer like Miracle-Gro or a VERY weak high-Phosphorus fertilizer. But this is not necessary.
Good idea however to mulch and do what you need to as far as keeping Weeds under control. You know how they get out of hand.
Later, water when dry -- nice and deep. Which is not a problem right now.
Check for winter damage in the event salt may have migrated over to the Soil they are in. Evergreen varieties should be checked overall for health. If you have nothing else to do, relax and enjoy the beautiful day. Feed some birds.
Too easy. Thanks for writing,
L.I.G.
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