Broken Asian Lily Stalk: Plant Bulbs, Discard Stalk

A gardener's potted Asian lily fell over, breaking the stalk with a flower and several buds. She asked if she should plant the remaining bulbs and what to do with the broken stalk.

Action Plan

Tom advised planting the bulbs now and letting nature take its course; they may send new growth or return next year. Discard the broken stalk.

Bulbs often survive stalk damage; planting them promptly gives the best chance of recovery.