Foreword 
Although daylilies thrive almost everywhere 
that human beings do - like human beings, not 
all daylilies are happy everywhere. Some prefer 
a warm climate and die when transplanted to a 
Cold one; others are dependent upon winter 
weather, since it gives them a chance to become 
dormant and build up their strength. Still 
others seem able to adapt themselves to almost 
any condition and grow and bloom well from one 
extreme of climate to the other. 
It is from this last group that we try to make 
Our Selections, for they can stand cold winters 
without freezing and hot. summers without rest. 
Varieties that prove to be tender we recommend 
for Southern gardens; those dependent upon 
Winter weather for their vigor do not develop in 
our seedling bed. 
The culture of daylilies is a Simple matter. 
It consists, in the main, of attention to four 
things: 
ROOM - in crowded beds and borders the husky es- 
tablished plant is bound to dominate. Many a 
fine, less demanding type is never appreciated 
because it iS never seen. So be fair to your 
New ones and give them the needed space to 
grow in - a two foot square is not too much. 
FOOD - So much has been said about the ability 
of the daylily to grow without care that 
Simple fundamentals of plant culture are often 
neglected. Regular feedings, twice a year, of 
good organic fertilizer not too high in nitro- 
gen, will make a difference. 
WATER - The whole bloom pattern is affected by 
the moisture available for the roots. If you 
wish large blossoms, and many of them, keep 
busy with the hose at blooming time if the 
Season is dry. 
TIME - Do not judge a variety the first year it 
blooms. Color, branching, size and height are 
all affected by the shock from a changed en- 
vironment. Only from an established plant can 
you get a characteristic performance, 
Lastly, learn more about daylilies by joining 
The Hemerocallis Society. Dues are $3.00 annu- 
ally and should be sent to Mrs. Pearl Sherwood, 
Secretary-Treasurer, Atlantic, Iowa. 
