Even though daylilies (Hemerocallis spp.) technically aren’t lilies, they resemble lilies in the shape of their flowers. Keep in mind, however, that references to “daylily bulbs” are incorrect, since ...

Although not a true lily, the day lily is a member of the lily family. Its botanical name, Hemerocallis, is derived from two Greek words meaning "day" and "beauty" and refers to the fact that day lily ...

Daylilies are one of the most diverse and colorful perennials you can add to your garden. Daylilies are easy to grow and they’re everywhere: the neighbor’s backyard, city hall and even in the ditch.

As most of you know, I’m a Texas transplant and moved to Southeast Texas as an adult! Growing up in little North Alabama town, I don’t have too many plant-related memories, but the remaining are vivid ...

Last weekend proved to be an excellent opportunity for Southeast Texas gardeners to enjoy time outdoors, hopefully completing garden tasks before summer’s arrival. As with most gardeners, my time is ...

DENVER — I plant a lot of plants in containers. I like to enjoy them on my patio and demonstrate what's possible for people who garden on their decks, balconies and patios. I've been planting a ton of ...

The daylily is able to survive in many climates with very little care; it is drought-, disease- and pest-resistant and adapts easily to various soil and light conditions. While perfection is in the ...

Daylilies are so named because each flower only lasts for such a short time — sometimes truly only a day, sometimes for a few days. Ever heard of a daylily? Each stem bears many flowers — anywhere ...

Question: We have recently started planting daylilies, and as the name suggests, the blooms only last a day. How long do the plants keep producing new buds and when can they be divided? Answer: ...

Clusters of flowers resembling lilies appear at the ends of generally leafless, wandlike stems that rise well above the foliage. Each daylily flower stays open for only one day, hence the name daylily ...