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For perennial greenhouse growers looking to maximize crop turns, reduce production challenges, and offer dependable garden performance, Hemerocallis (Daylilies) continue to be one of the most profitable and reliable perennial categories.

In the Darwin Perennials video series, growers are guided through receiving, transplanting, finishing, and fall planting strategies that help produce high-quality retail-ready crops while capitalizing on the many advantages of modern daylily genetics.

Why Grow Daylilies?

Daylilies remain a staple in the perennial market because they deliver benefits throughout the supply chain, from greenhouse production to landscape performance.

Easy-to-Grow Crops with Predictable Production

Hemerocallis DayScape™is exceptionally easy to grow and require relatively low inputs compared to many perennial crops. Growers benefit from:

• Strong vigor and fast establishment from bare-root materials.
• No pinching required.
• No routine plant growth regulator applications.
• Low sensitivity to common pests and fungal diseases.
• Production schedules of approximately 8 to 10 weeks from bare root in Spring for gallon-sized containers.

These characteristics help greenhouse operations improve labor efficiency while maintaining crop quality.

Part 1: Receiving and Transplant Care

The video series begins with best practices for receiving and transplanting daylily liners and bare roots. Proper handling at transplant sets the foundation for uniform rooting, strong crown development and successful finishing. By establishing healthy plants early, growers can reduce production issues later in the crop cycle.

Part 2: Finishing for Retail

Part 2 focuses on finishing techniques that help growers produce attractive, retail-ready containers. The crop's naturally vigorous habit, self-cleaning flowers, and reliable branching simplify finishing while supporting strong sell-through at retail garden centers.

Part 3: Planting in September

In Part 3, this video also highlights September planting strategies, demonstrating how growers can build stronger root systems and prepare high-quality crops for future sales windows. Fall production planning can help improve scheduling flexibility and optimize greenhouse space usage.

Outstanding Garden Performance Drives Consumer Success

Retailers and landscapers continue to value Daylilies because they perform consistently after transplant. Hemerocallis DayScape varieties offer:

• Continuous blooming throughout the season.
• Early flowering compared to many traditional daylily selections.
• High bud counts for extended color.
• Excellent resistance to rust, insects and disease.
• Drought tolerance and low-maintenance performance once established.
• Pollinator appeal, attracting bees and butterflies.

For consumers seeking dependable color with minimal maintenance, Daylilies remain one of the easiest perennial solutions.

See the full video playlist on YouTube and start watching here.