SKU: 00840369420565 Hemerocallis 'Marquee Moon' in a One (1) Gallon Pot

Features

• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming dense, clump-forming mounds of arching foliage.
• Mature Size: 24–30 inches tall and 18–24 inches wide.
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
• Bloom Color: Large golden-yellow flowers with gently ruffled petals.
• Bloom Time: Early summer through late summer, with reliable reblooming under good growing conditions.
• Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance.
• Fruit Flavor: Seed pods are not edible and have no culinary value.
• Culinary Uses: Young flower buds and fresh blooms of daylilies are edible and are sometimes used in salads, stir-fries, soups, or as garnishes. Consume only positively identified Hemerocallis species and cultivars, as they are often confused with toxic true lilies (Lilium).
• Medicinal Uses: Daylilies have been used in traditional Asian herbal practices, though they are not commonly used medicinally today.
• Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Generally deer and rabbit resistant, though browsing may occur where food is scarce. Resistant to most diseases and tolerant of heat and humidity.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9.
• Sun Preference: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates light afternoon shade.
• Drought Tolerance: Good once established, though regular watering promotes repeat blooming.
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil with average moisture.

When and How to Prune

• Remove individual spent flowers daily if desired to keep plants looking tidy and encourage additional blooming.
• Cut off finished flower stalks (scapes) at the base once all buds have finished blooming.
• Remove yellow or damaged leaves throughout the growing season.
• In late fall after frost, or in early spring before new growth begins, cut foliage back to about 2–4 inches above the ground.
• Divide mature clumps every 4–5 years in early spring or early fall to maintain vigor and abundant flowering.

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot)

1. Select a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
2. Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5-inch pot and about the same depth as the root ball.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently loosen any circling roots.
4. Place the plant so the crown sits level with the surrounding soil.
5. Backfill with native soil, mixing in compost if desired.
6. Water thoroughly after planting to eliminate air pockets.
7. Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch around the base, keeping mulch away from the crown.
8. Water consistently during the first growing season while the plant becomes established.

Overwintering Steps

1. After the first hard frost, remove spent flower stalks and allow foliage to die back naturally.
2. Once foliage has turned brown, cut it back to 2–4 inches above the soil.
3. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the crown after the ground begins to freeze, especially in colder climates.
4. Avoid excessive winter moisture by ensuring the planting site drains well.
5. Remove excess mulch in early spring as new shoots begin to emerge.
6. Divide overcrowded clumps every few years to maintain healthy growth and vigorous flowering.

With its radiant golden blooms, dependable reblooming habit, and exceptional hardiness, Hemerocallis 'Marquee Moon' provides months of vibrant color while requiring very little maintenance, making it an outstanding addition to nearly any sunny garden.