Here are some top ten lists that may help you decide which daylilies are best for you. Some of the lists are based on our experience while others reflect regional or national popularity. Awesome vigor We compiled this list for those of you who think you can't grow anything. Some daylilies have so much inherent vigor they can overcome all but the worst of abuse and neglect. Tom Wise, Catherine Folker, Star of India, Royal Frosting, South Seas, Isle of Capri, Thunder and Lightning, Broadway Gal and Red Grace are our picks for beginners.
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If you ain't the lead dog the scenery never changes. During the extended drought of 1999 we installed an irrigation system around the fourth of July. None died but some looked better than others did. Moonlit Masquerade, Paper Butterfly, Blessing, Autumn Wood, Dream World, Sweet Revenge, Smoky Mountain Autumn, Susan Weber, Old Tangiers, and Always Afternoon are the best at drought defiance. Among the worst were some highly rated daylilies like Barbara Mitchell, Splendid Touch and Elizabeth's Magic.