daylily

Daylily (Hemerocallis ‘Miss Tinkerbell’) plants require frequent and even watering for best performance. Water when the top inch of soil is dry; this will usually be every day or every other day in warm, dry climates, and every 3-4 days in cooler climates. Be careful not to overwater daylilies; too much water can cause the roots to rot. In hot, dry climates, water deeply at least once a week. Make sure to keep the soil moist during the first few weeks after planting, especially if the root system is not yet established.

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Miss Tinkerbell') should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth. However, it is best to give daylilies some protection from scorching afternoon sunlight in warmer climates. Morning sunlight is more beneficial to daylilies as it encourages blooming and helps to prevent scorching of the foliage. As long as they are well-sheltered and protected, daylilies can even tolerate full sun throughout the day.

Daylilies can be pruned in the spring or summer months after they've finished flowering and the foliage has hardened off. Pruning is important because it helps to promote healthy and vigorous foliage growth, as well as preventing overcrowding and disease. Depending on the variety of daylily, it should be cut down to between 6 to 8 inches in height. Hemerocallis 'Miss Tinkerbell' should be pruned to about 8 inches. Any foliage that is dead, diseased, or damaged should be removed before pruning the daylily to the desired height. Pruning a daylily can also help to delay its blooming cycle, so if its blooms are fading before desired, consider pruning it to help extend its blooming season.