It is not advisable to use overhead sprinkling because this might cause certain diseases to be acquired by your plants. By planting these the right way, there will be higher chances that diseases are going to be prevented from befalling on your plants. If you still aren t sure if you already have the skills to attain this the right way, you may want to check out similar gardens and try gathering ideas from what the owners have done in growing their plants. There are two popular types of lilies, the Asiatic and Oriental. These come in small species that are ideal for small and shaded spaces. Since lilies are ornamental plants, you can place these in containers for easy maintenance. In choosing which variety to grow, make sure that you buy one of each first and try it out. You will also know that the plant in front of you is a true lily if it nods downwards, faces outwards, or turns upwards. After confirming that what you have is a true lily, you may proceed with the kinds or types to find out which is the most suitable one for you. The most common not to mention most popular types are the Asiatic and Oriental lilies. Some would use lily bulbs to help them relax and improve sleep. European history also showed that they have used lily bulbs for medicinal purposes like fevers, cleaning wounds and sores. There are some countries that grow lilies in pots and are used as a patio plant. The Easter lily is indispensable in Easter trade and are considered to be important cut flowers. Make sure that these recycled items have been cleaned thoroughly and have been sterilized well to avoid any contamination. The type of soil to be used. This is very important if you want to keep your indoor lilies alive since the soil will serve as the lifeline of the plant. It is a must that you know the most suitable soil that you can use so your potted lilies can get all the nutrients it need. Don t plant in an area where water accumulates after raining. You could plant on a sloping area, just make sure to have mulch on the soil around the stems, to avoid the soil from being washed away. If you do not have a sloping area, then the best way would be to elevate the soil bed. You could even put some rocks or blocks on the edges of the bed to make it look more appealing.