Hemerocallis × ‘Happy Returns’, commonly known as Daylily, is a compact, long-blooming perennial known for its cheerful lemon-yellow flowers and reliable performance. This cultivar grows 18 to 24 inches tall and wide, with arching, grass-like foliage and a tidy clumping habit. Unlike traditional daylilies that bloom once, ‘Happy Returns’ is a repeat bloomer, producing waves of lightly fragrant flowers from late spring through early fall. It thrives in full sun and is incredibly adaptable, making it a favorite for borders, mass plantings, and low-maintenance landscapes.

Why choose Happy Returns Daylily

Repeat bloomer: Produces waves of soft yellow flowers all season long

Compact and tidy: Great for small gardens or border edges

Easy-care perennial: Thrives in a wide range of conditions with minimal effort

Cultivating tips

Sun exposure: Full sun to light shade

Soil needs: Well-drained soil; tolerant of clay and average conditions

Maintenance: Very low—remove spent blooms and divide clumps every few years

Designs for your garden

Borders and edges: Ideal for neat rows or massed plantings

Pollinator gardens: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects

Foundation beds: Soft texture and color work well with shrubs and other perennials

Ecological benefits

Pollinator support: Flowers provide nectar for bees and butterflies

Erosion control: Dense roots help hold soil on slopes and in rain gardens

Low-input gardening: Thrives with minimal water and no fertilizer once established

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