daylily

Water daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Black Stockings') deeply and regularly. Water about once a week or when the soil is beginning to dry out. In hot summer weather, everyday watering may be needed. Make sure to water in the morning and thoroughly saturate the soil around the roots. Avoid watering daylilies in the evening, as this can lead to fungus and other diseases. Do not let the soil become overly saturated, as this can lead to root rot. As soon as the soil has dried, give your daylily a good dose of water.

Daylilies of the species Hemerocallis 'Black Stockings' prefer a sunny location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for the best blooming and health of the plant. When given ample sunlight, the plant is capable of producing more flowers, stronger stems, and brighter foliage. For maximum light requirements, place the daylilies in a south to southeast-facing location, but some shade in the afternoon may be beneficial in hotter months.

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Black Stockings') should be pruned once each year in the springtime, before the new growth of the season begins. Start pruning after the coldest part of winter has passed and the days are regularly reaching into the 50s or warmer. Begin by trimming back the foliage to remove any yellowed or dying leaves. Next, you will want to cut off any dead flower heads to help promote new blooms. Finally, you may want to shape or thin out the foliage if necessary. Cut back all remaining stems by anywhere from 1-half to a full third. Be sure to use clean, sharp shears when pruning your daylily to avoid any disease or infection.