Placing a few inches of small stones in the base of your planter will keep it from tipping over and aid in drainage. [3] X Trustworthy Source Royal Horticultural Society Leading gardening charity in the U. K. providing resources for identifying, growing and caring for flowers and other plants Go to source

Before you plant the bulbs, make sure that the soil in the bed properly drains. Look at the area after a rainfall and see if you notice any super dry areas or spots with standing water. [5] X Research source

Some say that lilies grow best when the soil at their base is shady and their stems and flowers reach into the sunlight. [7] X Research source

If you’ve purchased frozen bulbs from a nursery, set them out for a few hours before planting. This will allow them to thaw out, making temperature shock less likely. [9] X Research source Lily seeds can be grown indoors at any time of the year, as long as you use a lighting system. But, they will require that you keep the temperature between 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 21 degrees Celsius) during the growing period. [10] X Research source

If you have a large number of bulbs to place, before you begin digging, take out a piece of paper and create a rough sketch of where you want to place each one. Lilies often look great when you group them into bundles of three to five. [12] X Research source

Be aware that other people choose to add no fertilizer at all and have good results, too. It really depends on the quality of your soil. [15] X Research source

Too much water can contribute to bulb rot and make your plant more vulnerable to predators, such as slugs.

For a less expensive natural look, create stakes out of sticks gathered in your yard.

If you spot aphids on the stems or flowers, spray them off with water. [20] X Research source

Since stargazer lilies are perennial, you can expect them to resurface and regrow each year. You may even notice the blooms growing in size each season. [22] X Research source

Most lily arrangements will last up to two weeks when placed in a container with regular water changes. [24] X Research source