Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Tough, adaptable perennial with trumpet-shaped blooms. Nearly indestructible.

Quick Facts

Sun:☀️ Full Sun, ⛅ Partial Shade

Water:💧💧 Moderate

USDA Zones:Zones 3–9

Space:🌱 Small Bed, 🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Loam, Clay, Sandy, Silty

Best Season(s):Spring, Fall

Experience Level:🌱 Beginner

Native Range:East Asia

Bloom Color:Yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, bicolor

Bloom Cycle:Each bloom lasts one day; the plant flowers over several weeks in summer

Each bloom lasts one day, but plants produce many buds. Divide clumps every 3–4 years.

Highly toxic to cats specifically (can cause acute kidney failure) — considered safe-ish around dogs but best avoided entirely if cats are present.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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