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DAYLILIES
Daylilies are perennial plants of the genus 'Hemerocallis'. 
They are known for their hardiness, easy care, and reliable
performance as garden plants. Daylilies make a very good landscaping plant.
They can be used effectively in both mass plantings, and as accents. Because
they have such a wide variety of growth habits, you can find one to fit
requirements from low borders to taller background plantings.
Nearly every color imaginable has been produced with the
exception of true blues and whites. They bloom best in full sun (at least
6 hours a day), but will tolerate some shade. Although daylilies can grow
in almost any soil type, it is best to grow then in what would generally
be called "good garden soil" with a good quantity of organic material
to retain the moisture level. They do best with good drainage.
Newly acquired plants or bare root divisions should be put
into a hole where the roots and leaves meet - or just slightly below soil
level. At the bottom of the hole, create a small mound of dirt. Arrange
the roots over the mound and fill the hole. Water well and continue to
water well for the next week, as the new plants require moist soil.
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organic mulch of marsh hay, wood chips etc. is desirable both as a method
of fertilization as it decomposes, in keeping weeds from establishing
themselves, and for retaining moisture.
If daylilies are fed too much, they will expend energy on
creating new fans rather than additional blooms. Fertilize lightly in
spring when growth first shows, and again after the peak bloom to help
with next season's growth.
After three to five years, the clumps should be divided.
Links To Some Great Daylily Sites
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