Daylilies are a fantastic choice for any garden due to their hardiness and low maintenance requirements. They can withstand harsh conditions such as drought and excess moisture, making them an ideal option across various climates. When selecting daylilies for your garden, it’s important to consider several factors, including blooming season, reblooming capabilities, plant height, color varieties, and pricing.

To help you get started, here’s a curated collection of seven popular daylilies that can bring a continuous splash of color to your garden throughout the growing season:

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1. Rosy Returns - An early bloomer that provides beautiful flowers from early in the season until late.

2. Going Bananas - This midseason variety continues to bloom until the late season, offering soft yellow flowers.

3. Lava Flow - A very early to early midseason bloomer, featuring striking colors.

4. Lemon Custard - An early midseason rebloomer, great for adding a bright touch to your garden.

5. Cobalt Rings - A midseason rebloomer that will keep your garden lively with its vibrant blooms.

6. Ruby Throat - This variety blooms mid to late season, bringing rich colors to your garden as the season progresses.

7. El Desperado - A late-season bloomer that will round out your garden’s display as summer comes to a close.

Keep in mind that while many daylilies are rebloomers, in colder zones like 5A, they may not have enough growing season to have a second bloom season. Enjoy planting your daylilies for a vibrant garden!

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This award-winning cultivar, a favorite among customers, features mid-season blooms of fluorescent red-orange with a brighter red halo. The blooms measure 7 inches across and the plants grow to a height of 30 inches. While the photo may not fully capture the vibrant fluorescent orange color, it certainly stands out and demands attention, making it a captivating addition to your garden.

T 30"M D F 7" bloom Webster 1988

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This notable mid-season blooming cultivar showcases a striking 7.5-inch garnet red flower and reaches a height of 36 inches. With its distinctive name and vibrant colors, it serves as an excellent conversation piece in any garden.

T 36" M D Re F 7.5" bloom Gossard 2011

double fan

This plant features a vibrant, bright red self with a striking, bright yellow throat. It produces midseason blooms that measure approximately 10 inches in diameter. With a height of around 48 inches, it is an excellent choice for planting in the back row of garden.

T 48” M D 10” bloom Smoulder 2015

single fan

This early season cultivar is recognized with awards for its striking 6.5-inch double lavender blooms. With a height of just 20 inches, it makes an excellent choice for the front row of any garden, providing visual appeal and inspiration with its stunning flowers.

T 20" E SE Re F Ext 6.5" bloom Gates-L 1986

double fan

The Stout daylily is an award-winning early-season cultivar recognized for its impressive 5.5-inch mauve blooms accented by a striking purple eye. This variety reaches a height of approximately 22 inches, making it an attractive addition to any garden.

T 22" E SE Re 5.5" bloom Morss 1987

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This cultivar, recognized with awards, is an early mid-season variety that produces striking scarlet red blooms measuring 5.5 inches across, accented by a yellow throat. It typically reaches a height of 26 inches, making it a notable addition to any garden.

T 26" EM Re 5.5" bloom Kirchoff 1981

double fan

This mid-season cultivar showcases a striking bloom that measures 5.5 inches in diameter, displaying a vibrant yellow-orange color with a subtle eye pattern. The flower is characterized by its distinctive ruffled petals and is known for its intricate engraving details. The plant typically reaches a height of 32 inches, making it an eye-catching addition to any garden.

32" M SE 5.5" bloom Maryott 2019

double fan

This acclaimed early mid-season cultivar showcases an impressive double lavender bloom that measures 5 inches across and features a striking yellow throat. Standing at a height of 18 inches, it is an excellent option for planting in the front row of a garden, adding beauty and color to your landscape.

18" EM D 5" double bloom Kropf 1988

double fan

The mid-season cultivar of this daylily displays stunning deep rose pink blooms that are 5.75 inches wide, highlighted by a striking chartreuse throat. It reaches a height of 27 inches and, when in full bloom, produces an impressive clump that adds visual interest to any garden setting.

27" M D 5.75" bloom Sikes 1992

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This plant features early-mid-season reblooming and produces striking 6-inch blooms. Each flower showcases a glowing lavender blue eye that is beautifully etched in magenta. The edges of the blooms are a lovely blend of magenta and lavender blue, complemented by a gold-green throat. Additionally, the plant reaches a height of 32 inches, making it a standout in any garden setting.

T 32" EM D Re F 6" bloom Simson 2019

single fan

This plant features striking cherry red flowers with white midribs and a green throat. It reaches 44 inches tall and boasts blooms 8.5 inches in diameter. This variety blooms in midseason and is known for its delightful fragrance.

44" M D Re F 8.5" bloom Gossard 2022

single fan

This mid-season cultivar is notable for its vibrant red blooms, which reach an impressive width of 8 inches. It features a distinctive green throat and grows to a height of 42 inches, making it a striking addition to any garden.

T 42" M D 8" bloom Gossard 2005

single fan

This late-season cultivar produces large blooms that are nearly white, measuring up to 6 inches in width, and features a distinctive green throat. It can grow to a height of 34 inches, making it an excellent choice for extending the blooming season in your garden.

T 34" L D 6" bloom Trimmer 1995

double fan

This cultivar showcases stunning 6-inch blooms in shades of cream and ivory, making a striking display during the early mid-season. With a height of 28 inches, it is a perfect addition to any garden.

T 28" EM SE F 6" bloom Hanson 1990

double fan

This early mid-season cultivar is characterized by its impressive red self-bloom, which can reach a width of 6 inches. It features a green throat and typically grows to a height of 26 inches, making it a striking addition to any garden.

T 26" EM SE Re 6" bloom Durio 1974

double fan

This mid-season cultivar is a recognized top-seller, known for its striking deep reddish-black blooms that reach a width of 5.5 inches. Featuring a unique chartreuse throat, this plant grows to height of 24 inches, making it a standout choice for any garden. Its award-winning status reflects its exceptional qualities and popularity among gardeners.

T 24" M D Re 5.5" bloom Durio 1988

double fan

This plant features pale pink flowers with a green throat, reaching 28 inches in height and producing blooms approximately 5.5 inches in diameter. It typically blooms in mid to late season.

T 28" ML SE Re 5.5" bloom Salter 1990

double fan

This mid-season daylily produces impressive 6-inch deep purple blooms and reaches a height of 33 inches. Its stature makes it an excellent choice for the back row of your garden, and it is particularly effective in extending the blooming season.

T 33" M SE 6" bloom Hanson 1995

double fan

This cultivar, known for its early mid-season bloom, showcases striking yellow flowers with jagged edges. The blooms measure approximately 4.5 inches in width, and the plant itself typically reaches a height of about 30 inches.

30" EM SE Re 4.5" bloom Maryott 2014

double fan

Introducing a popular selection among our customers: a beautiful purple daylily characterized by its eye-catching white edges and impressive 5-inch blooms. This unique flower is an excellent choice for enhancing the beauty of any garden.

T 22" EM D Re F 5" bloom Heemskerk 2011

double fan

This award-winning flower features a cream color with a striking black-purple eyezone and a vibrant green throat. It boasts an impressive bloom size of 4.5 inches and reaches a height of 26 inches. This variety blooms early in the midseason, making it a notable addition to any garden.

T 26" EM SE 4.5" bloom Trimmer 1996

double fan

Introducing a captivating early season cultivar that showcases stunning 7.25-inch blooms adorned in vibrant scarlet red with elegant gold edging. Standing proudly at 28 inches tall, this plant is sure to add a striking burst of color to your garden!

T 28" E EV Re 7.25" bloom Maryott 2013

single fan

This delightful mid-season cultivar displays stunning ruffled blooms measuring 7 inches, which feature a light lilac color accented by a violet eye. The petals have beautiful violet and light blue silver edges. This plant typically grows to a height of 32 inches, making it a striking addition to any garden.

T 32" EM SE Re F 7" bloom Smith-Harry-P 2011

double fan

This early mid-season cultivar is notable for its impressive 6-inch creamy bloom, featuring a unique bluish eye that sets it apart. The ruffled edges showcase a beautiful blend of blue and gold. With a height of 26 inches, this plant creates a distinctive appearance that is highly favored by customers.

T 26" EM EV Re 6" bloom Lambertson 2005

double fan

This mid to late-season cultivar features striking cream and orchid-colored blooms adorned with a violet eyezone and a chartreuse throat. Standing at a height of 26 inches, it notably surprises by blooming earlier in the mid-season within our garden. As the plant matures, it will continue to produce intermittent blooms until the arrival of frost, making it a delightful addition to any garden.

T 26" ML D F 6" bloom Hanson 1991

double fan

Introducing a remarkable mid-season cultivar that has garnered awards for its outstanding features. This plant showcases vibrant, ruffled blooms in a bright orange hue, measuring 4.5 inches across, and is accented by a prominent bold red eye zone. It reaches a height of 28 inches, making it an impressive addition to any garden. The vivid colors of this cultivar not only create a stunning flower bed but also evoke a sense of community and enthusiasm, making it an ideal choice for those looking to express team spirit through their landscaping.

T 28" M D F 4.5" bloom Stamile 1990

double fan

This heavily ruffled tetraploid mid-to-late-season daylily reaches a height of 25 inches and boasts stunning light purple blooms measuring 6.25 inches in diameter, each accented by a dark purple eye and a vibrant green throat. It's particularly noted for its reblooming capability, making it an excellent choice for gardeners in areas with longer growing seasons. With its attractive coloration and reliable performance, this daylily can add beauty and interest to any garden setting.

T 25” ML SE Re 6.25” bloom Maryott 2016

Single fan

This cultivar is known for its exceptional beauty, particularly highlighted by stunning blooms that appear in early to mid-season. The flowers measure 6 inches across and display a vibrant violet-rose color with a rich plum purple eye and distinctive jagged white edges. Reaching a height of 28 inches, this plant serves as a striking addition to any garden, making it a noteworthy choice for landscape enthusiasts.

T 28" EV EM Re 6.5" DeVito 2011

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