Asiatic Lily vs Daylily

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Asiatic Lily

Lilium asiaticum

Liliaceae · bulbs

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Asiatic Lily (Zones 3-8)

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Asiatic Lily	Daylily
Scientific Name	Lilium asiaticum	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Liliaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	bulbs	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	3'	3'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Early Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Orange, Red, Yellow, Pink	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Asia	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Asiatic Lily

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Asiatic Lily

✓Plant bulbs 6 inches deep in fall or spring.
✓Stake tall varieties.
✓Leave foliage to die naturally.
✓Divide every 3-4 years when crowded.

Daylily

✓Remove spent scapes after blooming.
✓Divide every 3-5 years when clumps become crowded.
✓Virtually pest and disease free.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Asiatic Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.

Choose Daylily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–10.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Asiatic Lily and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Asiatic Lily grows in USDA zones 3-8, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 8.

Do Asiatic Lily and Daylily have the same sun and water needs?

Asiatic Lily needs full sun and medium water, while Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Asiatic Lily or Daylily?

Both Asiatic Lily and Daylily reach approximately 3' in height, with spreads of 1' and 2' respectively.

Are Asiatic Lily and Daylily deer resistant?

Asiatic Lily is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Asiatic Lily is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Asiatic Lily or Daylily?

Both Asiatic Lily and Daylily have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Asiatic Lily	Daylily
Scientific Name	Lilium asiaticum	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Liliaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	bulbs	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	3'	3'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Early Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Orange, Red, Yellow, Pink	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Asia	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Asiatic Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.

Choose Daylily if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–10.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Asiatic Lily and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Asiatic Lily grows in USDA zones 3-8, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 8.

Do Asiatic Lily and Daylily have the same sun and water needs?

Asiatic Lily needs full sun and medium water, while Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Asiatic Lily or Daylily?

Both Asiatic Lily and Daylily reach approximately 3' in height, with spreads of 1' and 2' respectively.

Are Asiatic Lily and Daylily deer resistant?

Asiatic Lily is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Asiatic Lily is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Asiatic Lily or Daylily?

Both Asiatic Lily and Daylily have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.