Planted together in mass, these make a great orange proclamation and reflect sunlight in an otherwise dull garden. Daylilies, although not related to other lilies, also make bright color displays in mid- to late summer. Like lilies, daylilies grow well in full sun to partial shade. They prefer soils high in organic matter that is well drained. This cultivar sports a red- orange color.
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These plants grow and spread in the garden, making gorgeous color displays lasting well into the summer season. Iris are another summer bulb favorite. They usually flower during the first part of summer. There are Dutch Iris, generally a little shorter than other iris. They prefer partial shade and well-drained soil.