Also known as Dwarf Yellow Day-Lily · Grass-Leaf Day-Lily
Hemerocallis minor, the Small Daylily, is a compact herbaceous perennial native to East Asia, featuring delicate, star-shaped yellow flowers blooming in early summer.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy perennial, thrives in a wide range of temperatures, requiring a winter dormancy period.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a spring application of balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Mildly toxic to pets
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry spells, to maintain evenly moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Deep watering is more beneficial than frequent shallow watering, encouraging a stronger root system. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.
Remove spent flower stalks (deadheading) regularly to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the old, dead foliage to about 10-15 cm from the ground.
This improves air circulation and prevents disease.
Divide established clumps in early spring or fall. Carefully dig up the plant and separate the root mass into smaller sections, ensuring each section has at least one strong shoot and healthy roots.
Replant immediately and water thoroughly.
Daylilies generally thrive when slightly crowded and do not require frequent repotting. If division is necessary due to overcrowding or reduced vigor, repot in spring or fall.
Choose a spot with well-draining soil and replant at the same depth as before.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Small Daylily (Hemerocallis minor)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Hemerocallis |
| Species | Hemerocallis minor |
Similar in genus Hemerocallis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
