Storing Stella d'Oro Daylily Seeds Until Spring

Stella d'Oro (Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro') seeds require cool, dry, dark storage to remain viable until spring planting in Zones 5–6.

Simple Storage Method

1. Ensure seeds are fully dry (air-dry 1–2 weeks after harvest).
2. Place in airtight container: glass jar with tight lid or sealed plastic box.
3. Add a silica gel packet or a teaspoon of dry rice to absorb moisture.
4. Label with variety and date.
5. Store in refrigerator (1–4 °C / 35–40 °F) or cool basement (below 10 °C).

Spring Sowing (Zone 5–6)

• Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost (mid-February to early March).
• Stratify: place seeds in moist paper towel in sealed bag in fridge for 4–6 weeks.
• Sow 0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix; keep at 20–22 °C.
• Transplant seedlings after frost; bloom typically in year two.

Note: Seed-grown plants may not come true to the compact, reblooming habit of the parent cultivar.