Here are some freshly cut lily flowers. The best time to do cut is early in the morning before the sun and wind have a chance to dry the flowers. One can also cut late in the evening after they are rehydrated. And remember, when handling lilies and bringing them indoors, be sure to also pull the anthers off of each flower. Pollen is notorious for staining flesh and fabric. Removing the anthers prevents any pollen from getting on the flower petals, which can eat away at the delicate flower parts and shorten the life of the blooms.