Daylily
Hemerocallis spp.
Also known as
Daglelie (Afr.)
Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus flower by Paolo Costa Baldi (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Easy care
Frequent watering
Half-hardy
10a
USDA zone
-1°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1m | Max | 1m |
30cm | Min | 30cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Daylily Overview
Hemerocallis comes from two Greek words meaning ''beauty'' and ''day,'' referring to the fact that each beautiful flower lasts only a day. Each flower stem has at least 12 flower buds, so the plant stays in bloom for several weeks, despite the flower only lasting a day. Daylilies are basically sun lovers. They bloom admirably in six hours of sun and will make do with less, but the more sun they get, the better.
Common problems with Daylily
New growth may be damaged by slugs and snails. Rust when too wet, overall resistant to pests and diseases.
How to harvest Daylily
Flowers can be harvested from late spring to early summer.
How to propagate Daylily
Division
Divide in spring or autumn shortly after they have finished flowering. Cut the foliage back to around 30 cm. Plant divided clumps in a hole that is not too deep, more or less the same depth they were. Cover with soil and water well.
Seed
Make a furrow 3 cms deep, as long as the bed will accommodate. Plant the seeds between 3 - 15 cms apart and cover with soil. Firm the soil over the planted row. Transplant as soon as the leaves touch each other.
Special features of Daylily
Crop rotation
Light Feeder
Pot plant
Attractive flowers
Long blooming season, known to bloom from late spring until autumn. Flowers range from 5 - 20 cm in the familiar Lily shape and consist of 3 petals and 3 sepals.
Other uses of Daylily
Culinary
Medicinal
Was taken as tea for pain-killing properties in the late 19th century.
Edible
The flower buds (while they are still green and firm) can be steamed, boiled, pickled or stir-fried. The fresh petals are lovely in salads, and dried, for use in clear broths or miso soups.
