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]
