Daylily which way

The plants grow quickly and are long lived. They thrive in almost any type of soil, will grow in sun or shade, and are rarely troubled by insect pests or disease. Daylilies are known for their toughness, but they also dazzle with their big, colorful flowers. Blooming starts in midsummer and continues into early fall, with new blossoms opening each day.

The plants also grow well in partial shade, but may produce fewer flowers. ZONE: Most daylilies are winter hardy in zones Not sure about your growing zone? Check the USDA zone map here. Potted daylilies may be planted at any time during the growing season. Mix in several handfuls of compost and some all-purpose granular fertilizer if desired.

According to Roger, the best time for division is either in early spring, as soon as new growth is visible above the ground, or in the fall, after they have finished blooming.

Divisions bloom sparsely in the first year, but once they are established they grow in beauty and number of flowers. Use a sharp spade to score the earth around a clump of daylilies. If dividing in fall, as shown here, trim off the tops of withered foliage with pruning shears first.

The roots generally exceed the boundaries of the foliage above them by several inches, so try to get as big a root ball as possible when you dig up a daylily clump. Turn the clump over and use the spade to divide it into 6- to 8-inch clumps. These can be transplanted as is, about 2 feet apart.

Signup Login Toggle navigation. By HemNorth 6. By celestialrose 6. By blue23rose 3. By ShakespearesGarden 2. By Joy 1. By mcash70 1. By vic 1. By blue23rose 1. This is called "deadheading. Aphids and thrips sometimes feed on the flower buds. These pests can be controlled with insecticidal soaps or a repeated strong spray of water. Annual fertilization may be helpful in producing more flowers. A spring application of manure or compost is beneficial each year.

The best time to transplant or divide plants is early spring or immediately after flowering. Division promotes more flowers, but plants divided in the spring may not bloom the same summer. Daylilies are vigorous growers and can be divided every three to five years. Place the plant in the soil so the crown the portion where the stem and root meets is 1 inch below the ground line. If needed, add soil back into the hole to lift the plant. A winter mulch of straw or shredded leaves helps ensure against winter injury for unestablished plants.

Mary H. All rights reserved. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Home Yard and garden Find plants Flowers Daylilies. Quick facts Daylilies are rugged, adaptable, vigorous perennials that endure in a garden for many years with little or no care.

Daylilies adapt to a wide range of soil and light conditions. They establish quickly, grow vigorously, and survive winters with little or no injury.