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Daylily
Hemerocallis hybrids
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Daylilies are clump forming perennials with over 30,000 named cultivars of daylilies registered internationally.

Leaves
Leaves are arching, grasslike or straplike,   10-40" long, depending on the cultivar. All the leaves arise from the base of the plant in two opposing ranks, resulting in a fanlike appearance which becomes obscured as the clump enlarges.

Flowers
Daylily flowers have 3 petals and 3 very similar structures called sepals.  In most varieties the flowers open one at a time, and last only one day, but the blooming period may extend for weeks or months. The flowers can vary by height, size, shape, time of bloom, season of bloom, and whether they are evergreen or dormant. All colors except for blue and white have been produced.

Fruit
Information not available

Stems
A leafless stalk, called a scape, extends above the leaves and bears the flowers. The scape is often branching with a flower forming at the end of each branch.

Propagation
Propagation is easiest by seed.

Landscape usage
Daylilies usually are grown in mixed borders or planted in large drifts.

Interesting Facts
All parts of this plant are poisonous.


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Summary

Type: Groundcover
Salt Tolerant:
High
Height: 3 ft.
Spread: N/A
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native
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No
Wildlife: No



For more detailed information on this plant go to:
Volusia Extension

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