Star of the North Hemerocallis Plant

Star of the North Hemerocallis is uniquely marked daylily that is as hardy as it is beautiful. Triangular, pale yellow petals and marked by wine hued inner petals and finely lined red edging, Flowers begin to bloom in midsummer and continue through fall on plants that are quite heavily budded. Daylilies are tough perennials that can survive less than ideal conditions including poor, dry soil, slopes, and planting under Black Walnut trees. Star of the North ships as a bare root. We like growing from bare roots because they establish quickly, become twice the size of a potted plant in the first season, and eliminate the need for plastic pots (a win for the environment).

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted anytime the soil temps are at least 50°F

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates a wide range of soil types

Watering Specifics:

• - Water thoroughly when first planted, keeping the soil evenly moist
• - Once established, Hemerocallis is drought-tolerant but performs best with consistent moisture

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring for optimal blooming
• - Feed again after the first bloom to encourage repeat blooming

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering
• - Cut back the foliage to ground level in late fall to prepare for the next growing season

Additional Pest Management:

• - Hemerocallis is generally pest-free

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Tolerates temperatures as low as -25°F

Companion Plants for Hemerocallis:

• - Echinacea: Adds vibrant color and height to pair with Hemerocallis’s blooms
• - Achillea: Complements Hemerocallis with its delicate flower clusters
• - Rudbeckia: Provides a bold yellow contrast to Hemerocallis’s blooms
• - Lavender: Adds a fragrant, low-growing companion that pairs beautifully with Daylilies
• - Coreopsis: Offers bright yellow flowers that enhance the colors of Hemerocallis