Daylilies are prolific and colorful bloomers. Few pests show any interest in them. They will grow in sun or shade, dry or wet soil, can tolerate both flooding and drought, and produce beautiful flowers throughout Texas. You can find tiny flowers and large flowers, compact plants and tall plants. You can even create your own varieties with relative ease. It is no wonder that every gardening expert recommends daylilies for the home landscape. Although daylilies will tolerate poor soil, you want them to bloom well, so take some time to prepare the soil. Daylilies require good drainage; they will rot if they are planted in a spot where they constantly have wet feet. Plant only to the base of the crown, the area above the roots on the plant where it is white in color and gradually goes to green.
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Daylilies are that pop of sunshine in the back yard of so many Texas gardeners. Planted in a long row along a fence or planted in an arc, they guide you to a garden bench or act as a “break” to the next portion of the garden.
Love our care-free daylilies!
Is there a true lilac that will bloom in Texas ?
Lilac require cold hours to bloom not normally found in San Antonio
Or is there another shrub that smells like lilac?
True Lilac [Syringa] will not grow in the South. There are several plants that have ‘Lilac’ as part of their common name because of some similar appearance to the popular northern plant.
Crape Myrtle is called the ’Lilac of the South”. Vitex is called ‘Mexican Lilac’. The bloom shape is similar, but the fragrance is different. Hope this helps!
Will oakleaf hydrangeas do well when planted in the ground in San Antonio. What type of soil conditions are required for them grow.
Hydrangeas can be planted in the ground in San Antonio provided they only get morning sun and afternoon shade. Also be sure to feed established plants in early spring with acid loving plant food and prune after flowering to promote re-bloom and maintain shape