STEP BY STEP

How to plant potted lilies in a border

1 Dig a hole slightly bigger than the size of the pot, then ease the plant out of its pot, holding it upside down.

2 Lower the lilies into the hole and plant at the same depth as they were in the pot. Add compost to the soil as you fill the hole.

3 Firm the soil around the base of the plant to ensure that it is well anchored and that the roots are in full contact with the soil.

4 Water the plant well, until puddles start to form on the soil surface. Water again next time the soil looks pale and dusty.