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The following are the suggested planting Directions. Although the plant is very hardy each plant in each location may respond differently and no guarantees can be made as to the long or short term survival.

Daylilies, also called the genus Hemerocallis, are in the lily family, Lilliaceae. They are composed of three petals and three sepals, and have six stamens, or male parts, and three fused pistils, or female parts. They are available in may colors and are readily hybridized between each other. There are approximately 12 separate species that occur in the wild and they are indigenous to Asia.

The daylily is a very hardy plant and will generally withstand almost all extremes of weather. The plants are sent "bare rooted", namely without any soil. The roots are rizhomous roots which store food and moisture for the plant.

The plant, upon receipt, should be removed from the packaging immediately and placed in water before planting. The plant should be planted within twenty four hours of receipt.

Choose a sunny location and dig a hole in the soil and provide some organic material, such as top soil or peat moss, and mix well into the hole. Place the daylily into the hole to the depth of the root. Top with soil.

Water the plant after planting and at the beginning of the next growing season, fertilize the plant with a 20-20-20 fertilizer. The plant needs moisture so that if there is a dry spell make sure to water the plant once a week. The plant needs the equivalent of about an inch of rain per week.

The plat will generally flower some time from June 15 through August 15. There may only be one scape with several flowers the first year. The plant will double every year. After five years, divide the plant by using a shovel and cutting the root structure in thirds. The roots are very sturdy so do not be afraid to cut them with a shovel or a knife. Repeat the planting instructions on the new plants.

A topping of cedar bark mulch or other coverings is good for the plant and will help it in the winter to survive and will keep moisture in the soil during the summer. It will also keep the weed from growing.

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