Daylily

Daylily

Hemerocallis hyb.

Xanthorrhoeaceae - Aloe Family

(formerly included in Liliaceae - Lily Family)

Hemerocalllis hybrids and cultivars: Daylily

Location on campus: daylilies can be found in the planting beds across from, and either side of the east (main) entrance to Carrington Hall.

• deciduous, linear, alternate, medium to light green leaves
• foliage height is 12-24"
• flowers yellow, orange, red, some pinks, cream and purplish; large, showy; six petals
• flower stalks 18-60" tall, depending on cultivar
• good for full sun to part shade; prefers well-drained, organic soils, but very adaptable
• low maintenance once established