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Fragrant Bouquet Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Fragrant Bouquet'

The Story

Plant Bio

Daylilies are tough, adaptable, clump-forming perennials known for their trumpet-shaped flowers, each of which lasts only a single day. They produce a succession of blooms on leafless stems called scapes.

'Fragrant Bouquet' is a classic and popular reblooming daylily, celebrated for its large, diamond-dusted, creamy-yellow flowers with a lime-green throat and a delightful, sweet fragrance.

Uses & Benefits:

Offers large, fragrant, and beautifully formed flowers that provide a reliable splash of color in mid-summer. Its reblooming nature extends the season of interest, and the arching, grass-like foliage provides texture even when not in bloom.

Extremely low-maintenance and adaptable to a wide range of conditions, making it a workhorse in the garden. It's excellent for erosion control on slopes and can outcompete weeds when planted in masses.

The bright, fragrant flowers attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. The dense foliage can provide cover for small ground-dwelling wildlife.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Perennial

Height

34 inches

Width

24 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long-lived perennial

Native To

Hybrid

Toxicity

Non-toxic to humans, but toxic to cats

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Late summer

In flower about 2 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with at least 6 hours of sun for best flowering.
Amend soil with compost to improve drainage and fertility.
Dig a hole wider than the root mass and create a central mound.
Spread roots over the mound, with the crown 1 inch below soil level.
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water deeply to settle.
Mulch around the plant to retain moisture and reduce weeds.

Pro Tip

For maximum rebloom, deadhead spent flowers daily and provide consistent moisture throughout the season.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply once a week during dry spells.
Remove spent flower scapes after all buds have bloomed to keep plants tidy.
Divide clumps when flowering diminishes to rejuvenate them.
Provide good air circulation to minimize disease risk.

Don't

Don't plant the crown more than one inch deep.
Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which promote foliage over flowers.
Don't let plants sit in waterlogged soil, especially in winter.
Don't worry if deer browse the foliage; plants are tough and usually recover.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Fertilize
Mulch
Plant
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Fragrant and colorful perennial borderLow-maintenance mass planting for slopesGraceful accent near patios and walkways

Companion Plants

Echinacea purpurea Phlox paniculata Salvia nemorosa Perovskia atriplicifolia Pennisetum alopecuroides

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Fragrant Bouquet Daylily questions

What zones can Fragrant Bouquet Daylily grow in?

Fragrant Bouquet Daylily is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Fragrant Bouquet Daylily deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Fragrant Bouquet Daylily, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Fragrant Bouquet Daylily bloom?

Fragrant Bouquet Daylily typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Fragrant Bouquet Daylily need full sun?

Fragrant Bouquet Daylily does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Fragrant Bouquet Daylily drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Fragrant Bouquet Daylily handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.