Hemerocallis 'Big Time Happy' is a cheerful, long blooming daylily known for its bright lemon yellow flowers and dependable performance. With a compact habit and high bud count, it offers months of color and minimal maintenance for sunny gardens. Height & Spread: 18 - 24 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Early summer with repeat blooming into fall Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun Soil Preference: Adaptable to most soils; prefers moist, well drained soil Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established Deer Resistance: Moderate Native Status A cultivated hybrid derived from species native to Asia. Not native to North America but widely used in landscapes for their resilience and ease of growth. Wildlife & Insects Butterflies Occasionally visited by butterflies for nectar, especially during warm afternoon hours. Bees Attracts both native bees and honeybees with its large, open flowers and bright color. Hummingbirds Bright yellow blooms can occasionally draw hummingbirds, particularly in mixed perennial borders. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow for mature clump development and air circulation. Landscape Placement Ideal for mass plantings, borders, and mixed perennial beds. Performs well in both urban landscapes and cottage gardens. Companion Plants Rudbeckia fulgida (Black Eyed Susan) - Bright golden blooms create a sunny pairing that extends the season. Nepeta faassenii (Catmint) - Offers contrast in form and color while helping suppress weeds beneath daylilies. Salvia nemorosa (Woodland Sage) - Adds vertical interest and continuous bloom alongside daylilies. Achillea millefolium (Common Yarrow) - Feathery foliage and flat flower heads complement the bold daylily blooms. Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Airy texture and long bloom time make it an ideal low growing companion.
