daylily

During the growing season (spring through summer), daylily (Hemerocallis 'Little Fat Cat') should be watered 2 to 3 times per week. Water deeply to ensure the roots get a good drink. During the summer, water more frequently if there is no rain. If rainfall is adequate, supplemental watering won't be needed. In the winter months, reduce watering drastically, to only a few times per month. In general, daylilies should be watered whenever the soil is dry to a few inches below the surface.

Daylilies such as Hemerocallis 'Little Fat Cat' prefer full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. This type of daylily does particularly well in an area where it receives full sun during the morning and partial shade in the afternoon. If the daylily is planted in an area that receives partial shade, such as the east side of a building, it will likely produce fewer blossoms than if it were planted in full sun. It's important to take into consideration the time of day when positioning your daylily so that it can get as much sun as possible.

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Little Fat Cat') should be pruned once a year in the early spring. Before new growth begins, remove any dead foliage, as it won't regenerate. Trim away any remaining foliage that is yellowed or damaged. It is also important to remove the spent blossoms after flowering. Deadheading will encourage reblooming and continual blooms throughout the summer. Pruning in the early spring is the most beneficial time as it allows for plenty of new growth and flower production throughout the season.