The Miniature “Golden Dewdrop” daylily (Hemerocallis) is a striking, bright-yellow perennial renowned for its unique spidery or cascading petal shape. This fragrant rebloomer produces large 15 cm blooms on compact 35 cm scapes, making it a highly sought-after, space-friendly addition to garden borders and beds. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics
- Flower Form: The petals cascade and curve backward, giving it a spidery or trumpet-like appearance.
- Bloom Size & Scape: Blooms are approximately 15 cm (6 inches) wide on scapes standing roughly 35 to 50 cm tall.
- Color: A rich, intense golden-yellow self (meaning the entire flower is a uniform color).
- Bloom Time & Cycle: Blooms in the early to midseason, and is a strong re-bloomer.
- Fragrance: Yes, it features a pleasant scent. [1, 2]
Care Requirements
- Light: Thrives best in full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily) for the most prolific blooming, though it tolerates light shade.
- Soil: Prefers moist, nutrient-rich, but well-drained soil.
- Water: Requires regular watering (about 2.5 cm or 1 inch of rain/water per week). Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to keep the plant tidy and encourage continuous blooming.
