If you have been waiting to add a burst of colour to your garden, October is a good time to start with Asiatic lilies.

These lilies are known for their bright, cheerful blooms and are relatively easy to grow at home. According to Hyderabad-based gardening creator Shaily, the window from October to November is ideal for planting them. If the rains have stopped, you can begin planting and continue until December.

Start at the right time

“Actually, the best time for this is October-November,” says Shaily, who shares gardening and DIY tips on Instagram.

For gardeners in places where the monsoon has just ended, this can be a convenient time to get the bulbs into the soil. The weather is usually more suitable for the plant to establish itself before it begins putting........

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