How to prune lilium 'tiny bee'

Deadhead as blooms fade in summer; cut stems back in autumn after full die-back. Pinch or snip spent flowers at their base as each one fades. Allow all foliage and stems to yellow completely before cutting to ground level in autumn. Do not rush removal of green growth.

Annually — deadhead in summer, cut back in autumn. Lilium 'Tiny Bee' is a compact dwarf Asiatic lily that needs minimal pruning. Deadhead spent flowers promptly to keep the plant tidy and prevent seed set. Leave stems and foliage standing until they yellow fully in autumn — they feed the bulb. Cut back to soil level only once fully dead.

Pinch or snip spent flowers at their base as each one fades. Allow all foliage and stems to yellow completely before cutting to ground level in autumn. Do not rush removal of green growth.