daylily

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Sherri Eisner') should be lightly watered on a weekly basis. If the top 1-2 inches of your soil feels dry, it is time to water. It is best to water slowly and deeply rather than quickly, so that the moisture penetrates deeply into the soil. You should always water your daylilies in the morning, so the foliage has a chance to dry off before nightfall, which will help prevent fungal diseases. During the heat of summer days, it may be necessary to water more often, an every-other-day schedule. In colder months, you should water less frequently.

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Sherri Eisner') require 5–6 hours of direct sunlight each day. One hour during peak midday is ideal, but the remaining hours can be spread out over the morning and evening hours. Generally, the daylily should be planted in an area that provides morning sun and afternoon shade, as it is particularly sensitive to the intense midday heat. It should be noted, however, that daylilies with brighter colors tend to need more sun, so if you are looking for brighter blooms, make sure to provide more sun exposure. To ensure that your daylily receives an adequate amount of sunlight each day, it is important to find a spot that is either in full sun or a spot that is lightly shaded with dappled sunlight. When in doubt, test the sunlight of a particular spot by holding a sun meter or light meter in the area and reading the reading. If it is 6 hours or less of direct sunlight, it's generally an acceptable spot for the daylily.

Daylilies should be pruned once a year in the late winter or early spring. Cut back the shoots to about 6 inches from the ground while disposing of any dead or damaged foliage. Pruning the spent flowers and faded foliage helps to encourage an attractive appearance and promotes the formation of new flowers. This plant species is also tolerant of more vigorous pruning and can be cut back hard in the spring if desired. Additionally, cutting off spent flowers throughout the summer helps the plant to allocate energy towards the production of new flowers rather than creating seed, ensuring an extended bloom period.