Color: Soft lemon-yellow, ruffled flowers with grassy green foliage.
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Fragrance: Light, sweet scent.
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Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Resistant to deer and rabbits; attracts butterflies and pollinators.
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Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 3–9.
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Sun Preferences: Full sun to partial shade (blooms best with 6+ hours of sun).
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Drought Tolerance: High once established; tolerates heat and dry conditions.
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Planting Instructions (from a 3.5" pot into the ground):
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Plant in spring or early fall when weather is mild.
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Choose a sunny to partly shaded location with well-drained soil.
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Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the pot.
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Remove the plant from the pot, loosening roots if root-bound.
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Position the crown (where roots meet leaves) about 1 inch below soil level.
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Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly.
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Mulch lightly to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
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Water regularly during the first growing season; once established, water only during extended dry spells.
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Happy Returns Daylilies are an easy-care, repeat-blooming perennial that delivers months of bright color, fragrance, and pollinator activity—making them an excellent addition to gardens of all sizes.