Hemerocallis flava (Lemon Lily / Yellow Daylily)

Hemerocallis flava – The Historic Lemon Lily

Hemerocallis flava (syn. Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus), known as the lemon lily or yellow daylily, is one of the oldest daylilies in cultivation, dating back to 1762 (hybridized by Linn). It is a species daylily with a graceful, fountain-like habit and sweetly fragrant, lemon-yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers. It blooms in late spring to early summer, earlier than most modern hybrids. Its fragrance and early bloom make it a unique and valuable garden plant.

Taxonomy & Classification

Growing Tips

Full sun to part shade, well-drained soil. Very cold hardy. Hardy in USDA zones 3-9.