Daisy vs Daylily

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

Daisy

Bellis perennis

Asteraceae · flowers

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daisy (Zones 4-8)

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daisy	Daylily
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Asteraceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	6"	3'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daisy

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

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 Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

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 4–8. They share similar sun requirements (full sun to part shade), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daisy and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daisy grows in USDA zones 4-8, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

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

Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Daisy or Daylily?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Daisy at 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Daylily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Daylily?

Both Daisy 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	Daisy	Daylily
Scientific Name	Bellis perennis	Hemerocallis spp.
Family	Asteraceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	6"	3'
Spread	8"	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	White, Pink	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Europe	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Daisy

✓Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if desired.
✓Tolerates mowing in lawns.
✓Divide in spring or fall.
✓May go dormant in hot summers.
✓Edible flowers add beauty to salads.

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 Daisy if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

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 4–8. They share similar sun requirements (full sun to part shade), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daisy and Daylily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daisy grows in USDA zones 4-8, while Daylily grows in zones 3-10. Both plants can grow together in zones 4 through 8.

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

Daisy needs full sun to part shade and medium water, while Daylily needs full sun to part shade and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, Daisy or Daylily?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Daisy at 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Daisy spreads 8".

Are Daisy and Daylily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Daisy or Daylily?

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