The ‘Pearly Shells’ daylily (Hemerocallis) is a highly sought-after cultivar known for its elegant, cream-colored petals with soft hints of pastel pink. It features large, slightly ruffled, waxy blooms (about 15 cm across) on sturdy scapes reaching around 65 cm in height, typically blooming during the early-midseason. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics & Care
- Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer, generally producing a single day-lasting flower per bud, but with continuous new blooms on the scape.
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours of direct sun daily) for the most prolific blooming.
- Soil & Water: Thrives in rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. They require about an inch of water per week, making them relatively drought-tolerant once established.
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance. You can remove spent blooms to keep the plant tidy and redirect its energy into new growth. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
