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Cut the dead or diseased stalk back to the base of the plant. Cut damaged stalks below the damaged part to leave the foliage to feed the plant. Prune the stalks back to the base of the plant in late fall when the lilies have stopped blooming and the foliage is dying off. Pruning shears.
If you plan to cut the lilies, cut only 1/3 of the stem along with the flower and leave the bulk of the stem still in the ground. This will ensure that the bulb continues to get nutrients so it can produce another beautiful bloom next year. For optimal water drainage, create a raised flower bed using potting soil.