Daylily

Hemerocallis L.

Daylilies are cheerful flowers that bloom for just one day! But don’t worry, they grow many flowers all summer long.

Habitat: Daylilies love sunny spots in the garden.

Appearance

The Daylily has striking, trumpet-shaped flowers in a rainbow of colors, including vibrant yellows, oranges, reds, and purples, often with contrasting throats or edges. Its long, arching, strap-like leaves form dense clumps from which sturdy stalks emerge, each bearing multiple flower buds.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAsphodelaceaeGenusHemerocallis

Daylily

Interesting facts

Ancient cultures ate daylily buds and flowers, considering them a valuable food source.

Even their dried flowers are used in Asian cuisine, adding a unique flavor to dishes.

The name "Hemerocallis" means "beauty for a day" because each bloom lasts only one day!

There are over 80,000 registered daylily varieties, showcasing an amazing array of forms.

Special abilities

Daylily has tough, fleshy roots that store water and nutrients, helping it survive droughts and harsh conditions.

Daylily can produce many flower buds on a single stalk, ensuring continuous blooms and many chances to spread seeds.

Daylily's roots and tubers store energy, allowing it to regrow quickly each year and making it a resilient plant.

Measurements & details

Height: 30-90 cm
Spread: 30-75 cm
Flower Size: 5-15 cm
Bloom Season: Late spring to late summer, depending on cultivar
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: Mild
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

European honey bee

Apis mellifera

Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.

pollinates

Monarch butterfly

Danaus plexippus

Sips nectar while aiding pollen transfer.

eats

Spanish slug

Arion vulgaris

Consumes leaves and young flower buds.

Traits

Perennial

These strong plants come back year after year, bringing joy to gardens with their enduring presence and beautiful blossoms season after season.

Deciduous

Discover the magic of plants that shed all their leaves during a particular season, often putting on a spectacular show of fall colors first. They get ready for a fresh start!

Cluster Flower

Discover how these flowers grow together in beautiful groups, creating a big splash of color that catches your eye. It's like a tiny bouquet, all natural!

Spring Blooming

Celebrate the arrival of warmer weather with these cheerful plants that burst into beautiful flowers as spring awakens the world.

Summer Blooming

Enjoy the sunny days with these vibrant plants that show off their stunning flowers all through the warmest months, adding color to the long summer days.

Everblooming

Discover plants that seem to bloom non-stop, gracing your garden with colorful flowers throughout an extended season. They're always ready to show off!

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!