Daylily vs Mint

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

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Mint

Mentha × piperita

Lamiaceae · herbs

EdibleDeer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Mint (Zones 3-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daylily	Mint
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Mentha × piperita
Family	Asparagaceae	Lamiaceae
Category	flowers	herbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	⛅ Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	1' 6"
Spread	2'	3'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Purple
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Mint

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Daylily

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

Mint

✓ALWAYS grow in containers or with buried barriers — mint is extremely invasive.
✓Harvest frequently to keep bushy.
✓Thrives in moist shade.
✓Many varieties: chocolate, apple, pineapple.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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

Choose Mint if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daylily and Mint grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Mint grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 9.

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

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Mint?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Mint at 1' 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Mint spreads 3'.

Are Daylily and Mint deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Mint?

Both Daylily and Mint 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	Daylily	Mint
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Mentha × piperita
Family	Asparagaceae	Lamiaceae
Category	flowers	herbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	⛅ Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Moist
Height	3'	1' 6"
Spread	2'	3'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Purple
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Europe
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Daylily

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

Mint

✓ALWAYS grow in containers or with buried barriers — mint is extremely invasive.
✓Harvest frequently to keep bushy.
✓Thrives in moist shade.
✓Many varieties: chocolate, apple, pineapple.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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

Choose Mint if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 3–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Daylily and Mint grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Mint grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 9.

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

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Mint?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Mint at 1' 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Mint spreads 3'.

Are Daylily and Mint deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Mint?

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