Get Weeks of Color with Almost No Fuss When You Select These Perennial Flowers

Light up sunny borders with Daylilies (Hemerocallis)—hardy perennials with strappy foliage and vibrant, trumpet-shaped blooms. Each flower lasts a single day, but plants produce bud after bud for weeks, and many modern rebloomers keep the show going well into late summer.

Photo of daylillies in a central Iowa garden that were purchased from the perennial department at Holub Greenhouses of Ames. Why Iowa Gardeners Choose Daylilies

  • Low-maintenance workhorses for beds, borders, and slopes
  • Bloom in a wide range of yellows, oranges, reds, pinks, purples, and bi-colors
  • Heat and drought tolerant once established; thrives in full sun
  • Great edging plant that plays well with others and helps suppress weeds
  • Excellent for mass plantings and easy to divide for more plants

Planting & Spacing Instructions for Daylilies

  • Best time to plant: Early spring or fall
  • Soil: Average, well-drained soil; incorporate compost for best performance
  • Planting depth: Set the crown ~1″ below the soil surface; water in well and mulch 2–3″
  • Spacing/size: Space 18–24″ apart; most varieties reach 18–36″ tall and 18–24″ wide
  • Hardiness: Generally USDA Zones 3–9 (varies by cultivar)

Daylily Care Made Simple

  • Water: Keep evenly moist the first season; then water deeply during dry spells
  • Light: Full sun (6+ hours) yields maximum bloom; in hot climates, provide light afternoon shade
  • Grooming: Deadhead spent blooms and remove finished flower scapes; cut back tired foliage after flowering to refresh
  • Divide: Every 3–5 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor
  • Wildlife note: Deer and rabbits may show interest in your plants—use barriers/repellents where pressure is high

These Plants Partner Well with Daylilies

Pair Daylilies with salvia, coreopsis, echinacea, nepeta, yarrow, sedum, and ornamental grasses for durable, season-long color and texture.

Get Your Daylilies and Other Perennials at Holub Greenhouses of Ames

Visit Holub Greenhouses in Ames to browse locally selected Hemerocallis in classic and reblooming types. Our team of perennial plant experts will match color, height, and bloom window to your space—so your summer display stays bright and carefree.