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Description
Hemerocallis Mary Todd is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Liliaceae. This plant is native to the United States and is commonly known as Daylily. It is named after Mary Todd, the wife of Abraham Lincoln. Hemerocallis Mary Todd is a popular garden plant for its attractive flowers and ease of care.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Hemerocallis |
Appearance
Hemerocallis Mary Todd has thick, grass-like leaves that grow up to 2 feet long. The flowers are funnel-shaped and have six petals that are bright lemon-yellow in color. They bloom in early to mid-summer and last for one day, but the plant produces many flowers over several weeks. Hemerocallis Mary Todd grows up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide.
Care Guide
Hemerocallis Mary Todd is a low maintenance plant that is easy to grow. Here are some care tips:
- Water: Water the plant regularly, especially during hot and dry weather.
- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and again in the fall.
- Soil: Plant Hemerocallis Mary Todd in well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: Plant the Daylily in full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: Hemerocallis Mary Todd is hardy in zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hemerocallis Mary Todd is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may occasionally be affected by spider mites, aphids, and slugs. Leaf spot and crown rot are the most common diseases that affect this plant.
Habitat
Hemerocallis Mary Todd is native to the United States and can be found growing in fields, meadows, and along roadsides. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Hemerocallis Mary Todd?
A: Water the plant regularly, especially during hot and dry weather.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Hemerocallis Mary Todd?
A: Hemerocallis Mary Todd is hardy in zones 3-9.
Q: What is the common name for Hemerocallis Mary Todd?
A: Hemerocallis Mary Todd is commonly known as Daylily.
Q: What is the bloom time for Hemerocallis Mary Todd?
A: Hemerocallis Mary Todd blooms in early to mid-summer.
Related Plants
- Hemerocallis Stella De Oro
- Hemerocallis Happy Returns
- Hemerocallis Pardon Me
- Hemerocallis Chicago Apache
References
- “Hemerocallis Mary Todd.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 12 September 2021. <https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=p940>.
- “Daylilies (Hemerocallis).” University of Minnesota Extension. Accessed 12 September 2021. <https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/daylilies-hemerocallis>.
- “Hemerocallis.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed 12 September 2021. <https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/search-results?form-mode=true&query=hemerocallis>.
