The ‘Gold Cup‘ daylily (Hemerocallis ‘Gold Cup’) is a classic, evergreen diploid daylily registered in 1955. Known for its vibrant, miniature gold blooms, it is a sturdy, sun-loving perennial that adds a bright splash of color to borders and garden beds. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics
Care and Cultivation
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade (needs at least 4-6 hours of direct sun daily).
- Soil: Adapts to a wide range of soils but performs best in well-drained, fertile soil.
- Watering: Requires about 1 inch of water per week while establishing. Once established, they are highly heat- and drought-tolerant.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers daily for a tidy look and remove entire flower stems (scapes) once all buds have finished blooming. Divide clumps every 3 to 4 years to maintain vigorous flowering. [1, 2, 3]
