Going Bananas Daylily
Hemerocallis 'Going Bananas'
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
22 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Low to moderate
Humidity
Adaptable
Lifespan
Long-lived perennial
Native To
Cultivated hybrid
Toxicity
Toxic to cats
The Story
Plant Bio
Hemerocallis, or daylilies, are rugged and adaptable herbaceous perennials known for their showy, trumpet-shaped flowers. Each flower lasts only a single day, but a mature clump produces a succession of blooms over a long period. 'Going Bananas' is a popular reblooming daylily, prized for its profusion of fragrant, clear canary-yellow flowers that appear from early summer until frost. It is a vigorous grower and an improvement on the famous 'Happy Returns'.
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How to Grow
- Choose a site with at least 6 hours of sun for best flowering.
- Daylilies adapt to most soils but prefer well-drained loam.
- Dig a hole wider than the root mass and deep enough to set the crown.
- Place the plant so the crown is no more than 1 inch below the soil.
- Backfill the hole, firm the soil, and water thoroughly.
- Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for future growth.
Pro Tip
For maximum rebloom, remove the entire flower scape (stalk) after all buds on it have finished blooming.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water deeply during dry spells, especially during bloom.
- Deadhead spent flowers to keep the plant looking neat.
- Divide clumps when they become crowded and flowering diminishes.
- Remove old foliage in late fall or early spring.
Don't
- Do not plant the crown too deep, which can inhibit flowering.
- Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers that promote foliage over flowers.
- Don't worry about pests and diseases; daylilies are very resilient.
- Avoid planting near areas where cats may have access, as all parts are toxic to them.
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Common Questions
Going Bananas Daylily questions
What zones can Going Bananas Daylily grow in?
Going Bananas 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 Going Bananas Daylily deer resistant?
Yes — Going Bananas Daylily is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Going Bananas Daylily bloom?
Going Bananas Daylily typically blooms in early summer through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Going Bananas Daylily need full sun?
Going Bananas Daylily does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
Is Going Bananas Daylily drought tolerant?
Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Going Bananas Daylily handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.
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