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Lemon Yellow Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow'

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Overview

The Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow,' commonly known as Lemon Yellow Daylily, is an herbaceous perennial with vibrant, lemon-yellow blossoms. Each flower spans approximately 4 inches across and features a slightly ruffled edge, blooming in midsummer. This daylily thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Typically reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of 18 to 24 inches, it's ideal for borders and mass planting, offering low-maintenance and drought resistance.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–10Type Perennial
Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — The Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow,' commonly known as Lemon Yellow Daylily
Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — Typically reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of 18 to 24 inchesLemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — Each flower spans approximately 4 inches across and features a slightly ruffled edge, blooming in midsummerLemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — This daylily thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Liliaceae

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Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — The Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow,' commonly known as Lemon Yellow Daylily
Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — Typically reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of 18 to 24 inches
Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — Each flower spans approximately 4 inches across and features a slightly ruffled edge, blooming in midsummer
Lemon Yellow Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lemon Yellow') — This daylily thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil
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