tetraploid daylily

Tetraploid Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Canadian Border Patrol') should be watered deeply and evenly each week to allow the roots to develop well and prevent any wilting. During the growing season, soak the soil with 1 to 1-1/2 inches of water twice a week; during this period, if temperatures soar above 90°F, or in dry, windy climates, water as necessary to keep the soil constantly moist. In the winter months, reduce watering to once a month and only water if the soil is dry. Water slowly so that it saturates the entire root system, and water in the early morning or late afternoon to minimize evaporation.

The tetraploid daylily (Hemerocallis 'Canadian Border Patrol') typically needs about 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to produce its showy blooms and foliage. This is best achieved by positioning the plant in a sunny area with at least 6 hours of direct sun in the morning, and preferably another 2 hours of afternoon sunlight. It should be noted that too much direct sunlight can burn the foliage of this plant, so it is important to choose a spot where there is some protection from the hottest afternoon sun. Full morning light and filtered afternoon light are recommended for optimal results.

Tetraploid daylily (Hemerocallis 'Canadian Border Patrol') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. The amount of pruning should be determined by the size and appearance of the daylily and the size and type of garden it is in. Generally, for a border, the whole plant may be cut back to a few inches (7-10 cm). For a specimen garden, the dead flowers may be cut off and any old foliage should also be trimmed back. If the daylily is a clump-forming variety, the center of the clump can be divided and thinned out. In any case, no more than 1-third of the plant should be removed. As daylilies respond quickly to pruning, pruning can be done over several years to maintain a pleasing form for the daylily.