daylily

Daylilies should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry. For 'Tropical Delight' specifically, water the soil with 1 to 1.5 inches of water about once a week. During especially hot, dry months, you may need to water the soil more frequently. Be sure to water the soil at the base of the plant, avoiding any foliage, and water slowly to best penetrate the soil. It's also important to note that over-watering can cause root rot, so be sure to keep an eye on how often you water your 'Tropical Delight.'

Dayliley 'Tropical Delight' plants thrive best in full sun. All day sun in the spring and summer months is optimal, ideally providing 6 to 8 hours per day. Avoid planting in the hottest and brightest locations, as the plants may suffer from sunburn or wilted flowers due to excessive heat. In fall and winter, however, daylilies can handle direct sun for only part of the day. Afternoon shade should be provided, especially in hotter climates. These plants generally do best when the temperatures remain around 70 to 75 degrees F (21-23 degrees C).

Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Tropical Delight') should be pruned in early spring. This is typically done before new growth beings to appear in March or April. Pruning a daylily should be fairly minimal, and only the dead or diseased foliage should be removed. Cut back any wilted or yellow leaves around the base of the plant, and gently trim any wayward stems back to the desired shape. Start with taking a few inches off the top of the daylily plant and then step back to do a visual assessment of its shape. Do not prune more than a third of the daylily plant at once. This will result in too much stress on the plant and can cause it to become unhealthy.