I've had problems finding a metal marker tall enough that they wouldn't disappear into my daylilies., I look and looked and finally ordered what I thought was a good deal for 50 stakes & plates that stood 11-inches tall. ($26.95 + $9.95 S+H). I received them nicely made but I quickly realized the stakes would have to go deep, keeping the plates low to the ground.
Today I finally found a site here in MI, it's products made in the USA, and after pulling out my calculator and getting a cost per item, I realized I need to order from the new kid on the block.
Here is the home page:
https://everlastlabel.com/inde... '
You can find a chart of recommended sizes for different plants. Standard Daylilies have the E or F Series tall markers recommended. Here is the link for the 22-inch tall F-Tall Display Maker:
https://everlastlabel.com/inde...
Several things to mention: You have options to upgrade to heavy-zinc name plates (inexpensive) and stainless steel stakes (expensive). Parts are available for replacement should a marker or wire disappear. And finally, shipping is included in the cost of the markers.
I originally purchased 50 11-in markers for $36.90. Besides being to short for most of my cultivars, I also need 50 more. At Paw Paw's site, I can buy a bundle of 100 22-inch markers for approximately $55.00 (including shipping). For me personally the 100 markers is the sweet spot at this time. However, they do have a smaller bundle as well as several much larger bundles for people that run farms and nurseries. They also offer a $6.00 collection where you can get one of each of the types/sizes of makers they make in case you can't quite make up your mind!
I am tired of markers and pens whose ink fades or smears or the marker itself crumbles from exposure after the 2nd year. These look built to last. Besides being able to use a pen or embosser on them, you have the option of using Avery 5520 Weatherproof Labels to print your labels, then stick them on the marker. Reports I've read state they last well for years and if they begin to decline, simply print a new one and place it over the old one (another option if your penmanship, like mine, leaves something to be desired). Some people also mention having success with Brother label maker system. Paw Paw's site addresses some of these other option,
Anyway, I hoped someone would find this useful and maybe save them time having to look for taller makers. ,
