Hemerocallis Citrina Tall Yellow Daylily – Fragrant Night-Blooming Bare Root Plant

Overview

Introduce an enchanting element to your garden with the Hemerocallis Citrina bare root plant. Known as the Lemon Daylily, this stunning perennial is cherished for its vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that release a delightful fragrance, particularly as evening approaches. Unlike many daylilies that bloom during the day, Hemerocallis Citrina offers the unique spectacle of night-blooming flowers, providing a captivating display when other garden plants are winding down. This particular offering is for 1 bare root plant, ready to establish itself and transform your landscape into a fragrant, golden haven. Its robust nature and striking appearance make it a favorite among gardeners.

The tall yellow daylily, Hemerocallis Citrina, is a classic garden choice, originating from China and known for its exceptional hardiness and adaptability. It forms impressive clumps of arching foliage from which towering scapes emerge, bearing numerous lemon-yellow blooms. This plant is not only beautiful but also incredibly resilient, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking a reliable and show-stopping perennial.

Key Benefits

The Hemerocallis Citrina bare root offers a multitude of benefits, making it an invaluable addition to any garden. Its unique characteristics provide both aesthetic appeal and practical advantages:

• Unique Night-Blooming Fragrance: Unlike most daylilies, this variety opens its fragrant, lemon-yellow blossoms in the evening, releasing a sweet scent that enchants your garden through the night and into the morning. This makes it ideal for evening strolls or outdoor entertaining.
• Striking Vertical Interest: As a tall yellow daylily, Hemerocallis Citrina produces elegant flower scapes that can reach impressive heights, adding dramatic vertical accents and a sense of grandeur to borders and garden beds.
• Exceptional Drought Resistance: Once established, this perennial is remarkably drought-resistant, requiring minimal watering and making it a perfect choice for water-wise gardening and areas prone to dry spells.
• Vigorous Clumping Growth: The plant establishes quickly and forms dense, attractive clumps, providing excellent ground cover and suppressing weeds. Its fast growth rate ensures a robust display.
• Long-Lived Perennial: Enjoy years of beauty with minimal effort. Hemerocallis Citrina is a long-lived perennial that returns year after year, growing stronger and producing more blooms over time.
• Low Maintenance: This hardy plant thrives with little intervention, making it an ideal choice for busy gardeners or those seeking beautiful results without constant care. Its resilience is a key advantage.
• Attracts Pollinators: While primarily night-blooming, its flowers can still attract nocturnal pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity. The vibrant yellow color is also appealing during daylight hours.

These benefits highlight why the Hemerocallis Citrina bare root is such a cherished garden plant, offering both beauty and ease of care.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Hemerocallis Citrina bare root is straightforward, ensuring years of beautiful, fragrant blooms. Upon arrival, soak the bare roots in water for a few hours before planting. Choose a site with full sun to partial shade; while it tolerates some shade, more sun generally leads to more abundant flowering. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal performance. The plant is adaptable to various soil types but thrives best in well-draining soil. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage and aeration. A neutral soil pH is ideal for promoting healthy growth and vibrant blooms.

When planting, dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots without bending them, and deep enough so that the crown (where the roots meet the leaves) is just at soil level. Backfill with soil, gently firming around the roots, and water thoroughly to settle the soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help the plant establish a strong root system. Once established, this tall yellow daylily is quite drought-resistant, but consistent moisture during prolonged dry spells will encourage better flowering. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release granular fertilizer, or a liquid feed every few weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. Division every 3-5 years in early spring or fall can rejuvenate older clumps and provide new plants. This helps maintain the vigor of your fragrant night-blooming daylily.

Size & Details

This offering includes 1 Hemerocallis Citrina bare root plant, carefully prepared for shipping to ensure a healthy start in your garden. As a mature plant, Hemerocallis Citrina typically reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet (90-120 cm) with a spread of 2 to 3 feet (60-90 cm), forming a robust clump. The impressive flower scapes can extend even taller, showcasing the beautiful tall yellow daylily blossoms above the foliage. It exhibits a fast growth rate, quickly establishing itself and expanding its clumping habit to fill its designated space. Expect flowering to begin in summer, with a prolific display of its unique night-blooming, fragrant flowers. This hardy perennial is shipped in a bare root form, meaning it has been dug from the ground, and its soil has been removed from the roots, making it ready for immediate planting upon arrival.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The Hemerocallis Citrina bare root typically grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet, with flower scapes extending even taller. It forms a clump with a spread of 2 to 3 feet at maturity.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This is an outdoor perennial plant, ideally suited for garden beds, borders, and naturalized areas where it can receive adequate sunlight and space to grow. It is not suitable for indoor cultivation.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: The tall yellow daylily thrives in full sun to partial shade, meaning it prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for the best flowering performance.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, Hemerocallis Citrina is known for being a very low-maintenance and hardy plant. Once established, it is quite drought-resistant and requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for beginners.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your plant will arrive as a healthy Hemerocallis Citrina bare root. It will be carefully packaged to ensure its roots remain viable and ready for planting.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: Typically, a newly planted Hemerocallis Citrina bare root will establish itself in the first year and may produce some blooms. More prolific flowering can be expected in the second summer after planting.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This perennial is very hardy and is suitable for USDA zones 3-9. It is accustomed to cold winters and will return reliably each spring.
• Q: What makes this daylily unique? A: The most unique feature of this fragrant night-blooming daylily is its tendency to open its fragrant, yellow flowers in the evening, providing a delightful scent and visual interest during twilight hours.
• Q: Is this a truly drought resistant daylily? A: Yes, once established with a strong root system, Hemerocallis Citrina is highly drought-tolerant, making it a sustainable choice for many garden types.
• Q: What kind of soil does it prefer? A: It prefers well-draining soil with a neutral pH. While adaptable, amending heavy clay soils with organic matter will greatly benefit its growth.