Daylily vs Pea

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

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Pea

Pisum sativum

Fabaceae · vegetables

EdibleLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Pea (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–10

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daylily	Pea
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Pisum sativum
Family	Asparagaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	vegetables
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Well-drained
Height	3'	6'
Spread	2'	6"
Bloom Season	Summer	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Mediterranean, Middle East
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Pea

Yes — EdibleNo — 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.

Pea

✓Plant 4-6 weeks before last frost — peas love cool weather.
✓Provide trellis or pea netting.
✓Harvest frequently for continued production.
✓Inoculate seeds with rhizobium for best nitrogen fixation.

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 Pea if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 Daylily and Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

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

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Pea?

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

Are Daylily and Pea deer resistant?

Neither Daylily nor Pea is considered deer resistant. In areas with deer, consider protective fencing or deer repellent for both plants.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Pea?

Both Daylily and Pea 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	Pea
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Pisum sativum
Family	Asparagaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	vegetables
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Adaptable	Rich, Well-drained
Height	3'	6'
Spread	2'	6"
Bloom Season	Summer	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Mediterranean, Middle East
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.

Pea

✓Plant 4-6 weeks before last frost — peas love cool weather.
✓Provide trellis or pea netting.
✓Harvest frequently for continued production.
✓Inoculate seeds with rhizobium for best nitrogen fixation.

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 Pea if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

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 Daylily and Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

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

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

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Pea?

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

Are Daylily and Pea deer resistant?

Neither Daylily nor Pea is considered deer resistant. In areas with deer, consider protective fencing or deer repellent for both plants.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Pea?

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