HEMEROCALLIS 
The Flower and its Culture 
Hemerocallis, or daylilies, have been given 
many names—rooiprvor, the 1azy Man's 110W- 
er, tougn and terriic, the periect, even su- 
preme, summer perennial—ail of which are 
well-aeserved. Tne increasing poputarity of 
this perennial is due both to 1S veaucy 1n the 
garden and the ease with which it is grown. 
lt’s a colorful subject, very satisfactory and 
practical, suppiying a weaith of bioom at a 
time when most ot the garden is in a lull. It 
performs best with good care and attention, 
but will even survive drouth and neglect 
when well established. It will thrive in any 
soil, take midwinter cold and midsummer 
heat, and is scarcely bothered by pests or 
disease. What more could one ask? 
Daylilies may be planted almost any time 
during the growing season, even when in 
bloom, in fact, all times except when the 
ground is frozen or expected soon. The pre- 
ferred season to plant is from early spring 
to late fall. 
Daylilies may be placed anywhere except 
in dense shade, performing best in full sun 
to part shade. Their uses are many—grow 
them in clumps or drifts, border walks, steps 
or driveways, place them against walls or 
fences, put them on slopes for retaining, nat- 
uralize them, set them in front of evergreens, 
or make them the mainstay of the border. 
Plant daylilies in well-spaded garden soil, 
mixed with compost or manure or a well-bal- 
anced fertilizer. Set plant on slight mound in 
hole, allowing roots to spread out around it, 
and cover bottom of foliage fan only one 
inch with soil. Water well during planting 
and blooming seasons. Fertilize in spring and 
fall with a good commercial fertilizer. Allow 
2 to 3 feet between plants. For more effective 
display, plant at least 3 of each variety. 
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