The ‘Tiny Pumpkin’ (often sold as ‘Little Pumpkin’) is a resilient, miniature daylily known for its rich orange or yellow blooms, lusted-after reblooming cycle, and low-maintenance care. It thrives as a hardy, long-lasting perennial for borders, mass plantings, or container gardens. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Characteristics
- Flower Size: Miniature, typically measuring less than 3 inches (about 5.5 to 7.5 cm) in diameter.
- Color: Rich orange, pumpkin-yellow, or bright yellow with a small green or golden throat.
- Plant Height: The stems (scapes) grow to about 18 to 20 inches tall (45 to 50 cm).
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen or evergreen depending on your climate.
- Bloom Time: Features a continuous, repeat bloom from early summer right through to fall. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
Care & Cultivation
- Hardiness: Excellent for USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9.
- Light & Soil: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is highly adaptable but prefers enriched, well-drained soil.
- Watering: Highly drought-tolerant once established. For best results, water deeply once a week during dry periods.
- Spacing: Space individual bulbs or root divisions about 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) apart. [1, 2, 3]
Sourcing & Varieties
- Depending on your region, you can find this cultivar listed by nurseries as either ‘Tiny Pumpkin’ or ‘Little Pumpkin’.
- Check out the American Daylily Society for official hybrid registration details or browse the SiteOne US catalog for purchasing and sizing options. [1, 2, 3]
