I think part of you problem is lack of regular division, thinning (maintenance), and possibly overcrowding and lack of space - too many in too small of space. It sort of sounds to me like they became similar to a pot bound lily or plant. I would do some divisions and repotting of your better varieties. Remove all others and sort of start over with new divisions.

I think hornwort and lilies will compete to some degree for nutrients and the lilies may need some annual pot specific fertilization to get optimum blooming.


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