I am very new to the daylily party and I'm learning. Last spring was my first foray into the beautiful world of daylilies and I think I'm addicted.
I would like to know how everyone handles their new cultivars. I ordered and received some beautiful fans from Maryott's Garden a couple of weeks ago. I got Bright in the Night, Kaanapali Coast, Sign language, Sailing at Dawn, and Mineral Springs. The fans are large with good root systems. Instead of planting my fans directly to my flower bed, I potted them. I used potting soil and added cow manure, both purchased from Home Depot. I have been watering frequently since the weather here in zone 8 has been hot and humid. I will plant in a flower bed later on when the weather cools down...September.
I would like to know should I have amended the soil with anything in addition to the cow manure and when should I fertilize while potted or should I wait until I put them in ground. I would like to also know what fertilizer is recommended for new cultivars.
I'm just looking to hear if any of you guys have best practices in place for your new cultivars. I am trying to get the best results next spring.
