Begonia vs Daylily

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

Begonia

Begonia × semperflorens

Begoniaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Begonia (Zones 2-11)

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–10

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Begonia	Daylily
Scientific Name	Begonia × semperflorens	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Begoniaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	⛅ Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Moist	Adaptable
Height	1'	3'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Summer
Bloom Color	Red, Pink, White	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	South America	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Begonia

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Begonia

✓Pinch tips for bushy growth.
✓Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
✓Bring indoors before frost.
✓Tuberous types need winter dormancy.
✓Rex begonias grown for stunning foliage.

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 Begonia if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 3–10. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Begonia and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Begonia grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 10.

Do Begonia and Daylily have the same sun and water needs?

Begonia needs part shade 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, Begonia or Daylily?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Begonia at 1'. Daylily spreads 2' while Begonia spreads 1'.

Are Begonia and Daylily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Begonia or Daylily?

Both Begonia 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	Begonia	Daylily
Scientific Name	Begonia × semperflorens	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Begoniaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	⛅ Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Moist	Adaptable
Height	1'	3'
Spread	1'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Summer
Bloom Color	Red, Pink, White	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	South America	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Begonia

✓Pinch tips for bushy growth.
✓Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
✓Bring indoors before frost.
✓Tuberous types need winter dormancy.
✓Rex begonias grown for stunning foliage.

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 Begonia if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 3–10. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Begonia and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Begonia grows in USDA zones 2-11, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 10.

Do Begonia and Daylily have the same sun and water needs?

Begonia needs part shade 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, Begonia or Daylily?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Begonia at 1'. Daylily spreads 2' while Begonia spreads 1'.

Are Begonia and Daylily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Begonia or Daylily?

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