Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy'
Dwarf Daylily
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Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Description
These graceful daylilies have been specially selected for their extended flowering time. Their long lasting blooms are much appreciated since they are amongst some of the most unique in the Daylily world. These 2.5" blooms are a deep purple with dramatic white edging that all contrast fantastically with the bright gold to green throats. Put this small and tight formed Daylily in a border planting or in a container on your sunny patio for a great focal point.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Blooming
The funnel-shaped blooms last for only one day, but new blooms continue for weeks or months from late spring through the summer. The flowers bloom on tall stalks, starting at the top. When used as cut flowers, a single bloom will fade after one day, but the other buds will flower on subsequent days.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Growth
Daylilies are hardy, long-lived perennials. They like full or partial sun, and will turn to face it.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Planting
Divide the plants, as cultivars do not come true from seed. When they become overcrowded, begin to flower less, or in the early spring or early fall, you can divide.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Pest
Beware slugs and snails which will leave the foliage unsightly. Aphids, thrips, spider mites, and hemerocallis gall midge can also cause problems. In areas with high humidity and temperatures above 90°F (32°C), crown rot becomes a major issue. After a cold winter of freezing and thawing, bacterial leaf and stem rot can occur in the spring.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Interesting facts
Hemerocallis are native to China, Korea, and Japan.
Dwarf Daylily (Hemerocallis x 'Little Missy') - Soil and irrigation
Daylilies do best in rich, fertile, moist, well-drained soils, but some cultivars can grow in sandy soil as well. Keep soil moist during dry weather for better blooming.
