The American Hemerocallis Society has named it's highest award, the Stout Silver Medal, in his honor. Today there are more than 35,000 named cultivars or varieties registered with the American Hemerocallis Society, the international registry of daylilies. Most daylilies bloom best in full sun, but will tolerate some sun. At least 6 hours daily of sunlight is recommended. They do best with good drainage.
Daylilies are remarkably drought tolerant, but do best when supplied with frequent watering.
An organic mulch of marsh hay, wood chips, etc., is also desirable both as a method natural fertilization as it decomposes, in keeping weeds from getting established and for retaining moisture. If daylilies are fed too much, they will expend energy on creating new fans rather than additional blooms. Therefore light fertilizing is recommended in the spring when growth first shows and again after the peak bloom to foster growth for next year's bloom season. Newly acquired plants will either come potted or as bare root divisions. At the bottom of the hole, create a small mound of dirt.