Annual Companions for Daylilies in Upstate NY: Profusion Zinnia, Limbo Petunia, Geranium

Upstate NY gardener (100 mi N of NYC) wants annuals at feet of daylilies (June–July bloom) for color rest of season. Full sun.

Top Picks

• Profusion Zinnia: Compact (15"), disease-resistant (even to powdery mildew), no deadheading needed, 5 colors (fire, orange, cherry, white, apricot).
• Limbo Violet Petunia: AAS winner, blooms 7 weeks from seed, continuous, minimal deadheading.
• Geraniums: Pest/disease resistant, prolific with deadheading, 18–24".

Source

Park Seed (parkseed.com) offers free catalog with vivid photos—great for selecting colors.

Choose varieties that appeal to you; these are proven performers.