Day
lilies are often referred to as the perfect perennial, for
many reasons. First of all, daylilies are available in many
colors, and a variety of shapes and sizes. Daylilies are also
able to survive in a wide range of climates, often with very
little care. Suitable to all types of landscapes, day lilies
are adaptable to various soil and light conditions. They are
also drought resistant and nearly disease and insect free.
Daylilies are known to bloom from late spring until autumn.
Daylilies
originated in the temperate parts of Asia, including Japan,
Korea and China. Originally only available in yellow, orange
and red, hybrids now include colors ranging from almost white
to pastels, pink, purple, nearly blue and several blends.
Many people are only familiar with the common yellow or orange
daylilies that are often seen along roadsides.
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day lilies come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The blooms
can range from under three inches in diameter to four and
a half inches and more. The height of daylilies can range
from six to twenty-four inches, and to thirty-six inches and
higher. The flowering period of day lilies ranges from March
or April to October. The time of day that blooms appear varies
as well. Some bloom all day, while others open late in the
afternoon and remain open all night.
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