The Miniature Tangerine Baby Daylily (often sold as the dwarf Hemerocallis ‘Stella Tangerine’) is a highly sought-after, fast-growing dwarf perennial. Famous for its vibrant peach-toned, lily-like blooms and striking red or golden veins, it is a low-maintenance, repeat bloomer with peak flowering in spring and autumn. [1, 2, 3, 4]
🌿 Plant Profile
- Size: Compact and small, reaching a height and spread of roughly 40 cm to 50 cm (16-20 inches).
- Foliage: Strappy, arching, and clean green, forming neat clumps.
- Flowers: Vibrant tangerine to soft-peach shades with a golden-yellow throat.
- Bloom Habit: Although individual blossoms last only one day, this variety produces multiple flower stalks in quick succession. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
🏡 Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade (requires at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight).
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile loam, but is highly adaptable and can handle heavy clays once established.
- Water: Drought and dry tolerant; however, they perform best when watered regularly during the summer flowering season.
- Hardiness: Excellent frost and heat tolerance; highly resilient against most garden pests and diseases. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
🌼 Garden Uses & Care
Because of its small proportions, the Miniature Tangerine Baby daylily is highly versatile. It is perfectly suited for: [1]
