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
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Rudbeckia fulgida (Black Eyed Susan) - Bright golden blooms create a sunny pairing that extends the season.
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Nepeta faassenii (Catmint) - Offers contrast in form and color while helping suppress weeds beneath daylilies.
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Salvia nemorosa (Woodland Sage) - Adds vertical interest and continuous bloom alongside daylilies.
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Achillea millefolium (Common Yarrow) - Feathery foliage and flat flower heads complement the bold daylily blooms.
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Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Airy texture and long bloom time make it an ideal low growing companion.