DAY LILY
Hemerocallis fulva
Plant Characteristics
Height:
2' - 5'
Stem:
Round flowering
Leaves:
Parallel veins, hairless, swordlike point
Flower:
Orange, large, 6 petals
Bloom Time:
June to AugustDay lilies easily spread in gardens and lawns. It can invade natural areas, decreasing biodiversity. As it has a waxy coating, it resists herbicide more than other plants. Though they can be an appealing, low cost garden plant, they are highly invasive and hard to remove. They can disrupt the natural habitat and prevent native plants from growing.
Spot Spray
Spot spray in fall when plant resources are being sent to the root.
Hand Pull
Hand pull small infestations. All roots must be removed as new plants can stem from small root fragments.
Cultural Plant Alternatives:
Wood Lily
Wood lilies have rich colored flowers that will brighten any garden. They do best when not surrounded by taller plants. Butterflies and orioles are attracted to the flowers in the summer. Wood lily roots can be used as a medicinal tea for stomach pains and fevers.
White Sage
Casting a silver blanket across a garden, white sage will bring a strong pleasant odor. Sage brush can be collected and dried into bundles and burned as incense. It was often used before or during many special ceremonies to protect against malevolent powers.
