daylily

Daylilies require frequent watering, especially during periods of hot, dry weather. Water the daylilies deeply once per week (about 1 inch of water). This should be done in the mornings to give the soil time to dry out and avoid having standing water in the evening, which could cause root rot. Additional watering can also be done in extreme heat. During cooler weather, water the daylilies every 2 weeks. Generally, daylilies should not be subjected to heavy or consistent wet soil, so in heavy rain, more water is not needed or recommended.

Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Texas Big Bend') is a heat-loving, drought-tolerant plant that does best in full sunlight. It will tolerate some light shade, but to achieve its full potential, it should be exposed to at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Morning sunlight is best for this plant, as it allows the foliage to dry off quickly and eliminates the chance of fungal decay from prolonged dampness. It will also benefit from some afternoon sun, provided the plant has adequate time to dry off during the day. For optimum plant health and flower production, it is recommended that Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Texas Big Bend') receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight during the course of the day.

Daylilies (Hemerocallis 'Texas Big Bend') should be pruned in the early spring, just as new growth begins. This is usually around February or March. When pruning daylilies, it is important to not remove too much foliage or essential parts of the plant. Dead or diseased foliage and stems should be removed first, to promote healthy growth. From there, remove only stems that are thin and weak or outside of the main clumping pattern of the plant. Typically, daylilies should only be lightly pruned, leaving the majority of the foliage and stems in tact. This will ensure that the plant captures as much sunlight and that it is able to bloom as expected.