daylily

Daylilies should be watered thoroughly, about 1-2 inches per week during the growing season. In warmer climates, they may need more frequent watering. Make sure to avoid over-watering, which can lead to root rot. It is best to water in the morning so that any excess water can dry out before nightfall. To help maintain soil moisture, use a mulch to help retain water. During the winter months, water only when the soil is dry to the touch.

Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns') prefers full sunlight for most of the day, including early morning and late afternoon hours. The ideal amount of sunlight is 6 to 8 hours a day, however, it can tolerate slightly more or less, so long as it has at least 4-5 hours of direct sunlight each day. Daylilies can be susceptible to sunburn, particularly if they are not given adequate amounts of water. When caring for daylilies, it is important to provide enough water and pay special attention to areas that are getting more direct sunlight.

Pruning of daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns') should be done yearly, for best growth and production of beautiful blooms. The plants should be pruned back to 6 inches in late fall or early winter. For those in warmer climates, late winter to very early spring can also be a good time for pruning back daylilies. Remove any dead or spent flowers as they fade. This should be done before seedpods form, in order to put more energy into stronger new growth. Also, don’t prune down further than the plant was in the previous year. If the foliage is very low, then it has naturally gone dormant. Pruning too much will create a delay in blooming.