Hemerocallis Green Flutter - Daylily

Daylily 'Green Flutter' is part of the 'border' daylily category, with a more modest size than that of the large hybrids. It produces medium-sized flowers, which are a very pure lemon yellow, with a lime green centre.  The reverse side of the flower is washed with purple. This plant performs particularly well in pots, and has better wind resistance than most. This variety, which has been rewarded numerous times, has a slightly acidic colour, which is very useful in the garden to brighten up flower beds.

Daylily 'Green Flutter' belongs to the Liliaceae family. It is one of the many cultivars derived from hardy perennial plants with deciduous or semi-evergreen foliage, originating from central Europe and temperate regions of Asia. This variety is diploid. It forms a clump that will reach a height of 55 cm (22in), with a spread of 40 cm (16in). The individual flowers last no more than a day, but they continuously renew on thin, brown stems, above a thick, linear, very narrow and deciduous foliage, from mid-summer to autumn.  They are single flowers, measuring 8 to 10 cm (3 to 4in) in diameter. Daylilies are plants with short rhizomes and fleshy roots.

Daylilies are often called 'the perfect perennial', due to their vibrant colours and their ability to tolerate drought and thrive in various different climatic zones while requiring little maintenance. Very easy to grow, daylilies are resistant to pests and diseases. These plants do well in both shade and sun: 4 to 5 hours of daily sunlight are sufficient. Plant them in good, ordinary garden soil that does not become waterlogged, especially in winter. They will thrive quickly, spreading without inhibition. It is preferable to plant them between September and April, burying the neck 3 to 4 cm (1 to 2in) below the surface. It is recommended to arrange the roots on a small mound of fine, light soil. The average planting distance between two plants is 70 to 80 cm (28 to 32in), 30 cm (12in) for dwarf varieties. During the first two months after planting, it is good to keep the soil moist. Afterwards, daylilies no longer require any care, except for cutting back the faded stems at ground level. Apply a little fertiliser at the beginning of spring. Some daylilies can be slightly invasive, so do not hesitate to divide clumps every four or five years, preferably in autumn, after flowering.

There are a large number of daylily varieties. The smaller ones, 30 cm (12in) tall, are excellent border plants, along walkways or in flower beds. They can also be planted in clumps in rock gardens. Larger daylilies, up to 1 m (3ft), go wonderfully well with perennial plants. Plant them in generous clumps at the back of flower beds. Daylilies are surprisingly underutilized as cut flowers, even though they continue to produce new flowers on cut stems for several days. All summer bulb flowers can be planted alongside daylilies. Gladiolus find excellent natural support in this bushy plant, eliminating the need for staking. The same goes for lilies, whose subtly shaped flowers are enhanced here. Of course, all garden plants are welcome, especially gaillardias, lychnis, monarda, goldenrod, and phlox. A mix of delphiniums, daisies, lupins, etc. is always very successful. Also consider grasses, with their soft and light habit. On a balcony or patio, large pots or wooden crates with a minimum depth of 30 cm (12in) should be used. 

The name 'Hemerocallis' comes from the Greek words hemero: a day and kallo: beauty. One can therefore poetically call it the "beauty of a day". Many varieties have been developed in Japan, where it is very popular.