Daylily 'Forsyth Lemon Drop' (Hemerocallis 'Forsyth Lemon Drop'): Fragrant Yellow Rebloomer with Extended Blooms

Daylily 'Forsyth Lemon Drop' (Hemerocallis 'Forsyth Lemon Drop')

'Forsyth Lemon Drop' is a lovely and cheerful daylily cultivar with fragrant yellow flowers. It has an extended diurnal blooming habit—flowers remain open for at least 16 hours from early morning to evening—and is a rebloomer, flowering from late spring through summer. Its fragrance and long bloom season make it a standout in the garden.

Growing Conditions and Care

Full sun for maximum flowering; in the South, light midday shade. Enrich soil with compost or aged manure and provide consistent moisture. Mulch to retain soil moisture.

Propagation

Sow seed in containers in spring or autumn. Divide in spring or autumn.

Potential Problems

Daylilies are robust with few serious issues. Minor pests include aphids, thrips, slugs, snails, and rust.

Quick Reference

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Growth Pace: Moderate
• Light: Full Sun Only
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Moderate
• Bloom Time: Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer
• Flower Color: Yellow
• Foliage: Evergreen
• Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Edging, Ground Covers, Specimen Plant/Focal Point
• Style: Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden
• Tolerance: Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant
• Type: Perennial