Daylily 'Happy Returns'
Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns'The Daylily Happy Returns is one of the most popular repeat-blooming daylilies, cherished for its cheerful lemon-yellow flowers and exceptional reliability. Blooming early and continuing consistently throughout the summer, it brings a sunny, uplifting presence to the garden. Its compact habit makes it perfect for small landscapes, borders, cottage gardens, and even containers, where its soft color blends beautifully with brighter tones or offers a gentle visual anchor among bolder plantings. Each bloom opens fresh each day, producing a continuous display that supports bees and butterflies with ease.
Highly adaptable and incredibly low-maintenance, Happy Returns thrives in full sun but tolerates light shade, making it a flexible choice for many garden settings. It performs well in a variety of soils, is drought-tolerant once established, and resists common garden challenges such as heat and humidity. With its dependable reblooming nature and resilient growth, it remains a top choice for gardeners seeking a plant that delivers color with minimal effort. Whether mass-planted for a sweeping soft-yellow effect or used as a charming accent, Daylily Happy Returns offers lasting beauty and season-long enjoyment.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Place in full sun or light shade with well-drained soil. Space plants 12–18 inches apart.
Watering: Water regularly during the first season; once established, provide weekly moisture for best reblooming.
Pruning: Remove spent blooms and trim foliage back in late fall to encourage tidy spring emergence.
Pest Control: Watch for aphids and thrips; treat with insecticidal soap or organic controls if needed.
Soil Tips: Grows best in slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0–7.0). Add compost to enrich and improve drainage.
