Even though daylilies (Hemerocallis spp.) technically aren’t lilies, they resemble lilies in the shape of their flowers. Keep in mind, however, that references to “daylily bulbs” are incorrect, since ...

Although not a true lily, the day lily is a member of the lily family. Its botanical name, Hemerocallis, is derived from two Greek words meaning "day" and "beauty" and refers to the fact that day lily ...

We’re in the middle of daylily season. Whether you love the roadside wild orange ones or one of the thousands of hybrids available on the market, they are blooming now. Before we get started, you need ...

Daylilies are a staple perennial for area flower gardens. They are easy to grow, bloom over a fairly lengthy period, adapt to a variety of soil conditions, require low maintenance, and tolerate ...

Avoid planting beneath large trees where they must compete for water. Pests: Avoid planting daylilies where the deer usually browse. If deer are a problem, plant near the house, consider fencing or ...

They are easy to grow, and they survive with very little care. They adapt to different soil and light conditions. They are resilient, and can pull through a drought without complaint, if necessary.

Daylily clumps become root-bound eventually, running out of fertile, loose soil to expand into. Their blossom production is directly tied to root growth, which is why newly planted daylilies bloom ...

We are under water here in the Catskills. I wear rubber boots in the garden; short waterproof shoes don't do it anymore. Luckily, nothing seems to have expired, but it's too soon to tell what the ...

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance perennial to plant this fall, with continuous colorful summer blooms, look no further than the daylily. A September planting of daylilies, with proper care, ...

Last weekend proved to be an excellent opportunity for Southeast Texas gardeners to enjoy time outdoors, hopefully completing garden tasks before summer’s arrival. As with most gardeners, my time is ...

As most of you know, I’m a Texas transplant and moved to Southeast Texas as an adult! Growing up in little North Alabama town, I don’t have too many plant-related memories, but the remaining are vivid ...

Clusters of flowers resembling lilies appear at the ends of generally leafless, wandlike stems that rise well above the foliage. Each daylily flower stays open for only one day, hence the name daylily ...