Mauna Loa Daylily

Hemerocallis ‘Mauna Loa’ produces amber-gold flowers with a narrow deep-red edge and a light green throat. The [American Daylily Society](https://daylilies.org/cultivar/mauna-loa/) records 22-inch scapes, 5-inch blooms and an early-to-midseason flowering habit; [Gardenia](https://www.gardenia.net/plant/hemerocallis-mauna-loa) describes early-to-mid-summer flowers and an 18–24-inch spread. ## In the Garden Use this compact clump in a sunny or partly sunny border, a slope, or a large container. Average, moist but well-drained soil is suitable, with fertile loam preferred. The amber flowers bring a vivid warm accent above arching green leaves; leave about two feet for the clump to widen. The [Gardenia profile](https://www.gardenia.net/plant/hemerocallis-mauna-loa) lists hardiness in USDA Zones 3–9 and notes butterfly visitation. ## Seasonal Interest This dormant daylily flowers in early to mid-summer. Its 5-inch blooms open one at a time, with buds following along each stalk; the flower color combines a golden center, red edging and a pale green throat. Dormant foliage dies back in fall, so the bed can be cleared before new growth emerges. ## Maintenance Water thoroughly during dry spells to keep the foliage attractive. Remove faded flowers and seedpods for a neater display; after the last bud on a stalk opens, cut that stalk near the ground. Remove dead leaves in fall. Divide an established clump when it becomes congested, preferably in early spring or early fall.