Dependable Daylily

This is a daylily, or Hemorcallis from my front yard. I love daylilies. Look at the patterns of colors on this one. Exquisite! And since every bloom only lasts a day, they are a delight every time they appear.  

Since I am a very undisciplined gardener, I get a huge return on my inconsistent invesment in my day lilies. 

That's because daylilies:

•  Tolerate a wide range of conditions


• Thrive with very little care, and are drought tolerant.


• Resist disease and pest problems.


• Produce unparallelled flowers.

While daylilies will tolerate poor soil, you'll be rewarded for giving it the best conditions you can. Here's how to have a happy daylily:

• Plant in full sun, or mostly sunny locations


• Plant in well drained soil.


• Improve your soil with compost before planting.


• Once plant is established, use a balanced fertilizer


• Mulch to retain moisture, and keep down weeds.