Daylily vs Sedum (Stonecrop)

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

Daylily

Hemerocallis spp.

Asparagaceae · flowers

EdibleLow Maintenance

Sedum (Stonecrop)

Sedum spp.

Crassulaceae · groundcovers

EdibleDeer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Daylily (Zones 3-10)

Sedum (Stonecrop) (Zones 3-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 3–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Daylily	Sedum (Stonecrop)
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Sedum spp.
Family	Asparagaceae	Crassulaceae
Category	flowers	groundcovers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Adaptable	Well-drained, Poor
Height	3'	6"
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Yellow, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Northern Hemisphere
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Daylily

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Sedum (Stonecrop)

Yes — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Daylily

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

Sedum (Stonecrop)

✓Needs very little water once established.
✓Thrives in poor soil.
✓Break off stems and press into soil to propagate.
✓Great for green roofs and rock walls.

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 Sedum (Stonecrop) if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low 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 Sedum (Stonecrop) grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Sedum (Stonecrop) grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 9.

Do Daylily and Sedum (Stonecrop) have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Sedum (Stonecrop) at 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Sedum (Stonecrop) spreads 2'.

Are Daylily and Sedum (Stonecrop) deer resistant?

Sedum (Stonecrop) is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Sedum (Stonecrop) is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Both Daylily and Sedum (Stonecrop) 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	Sedum (Stonecrop)
Scientific Name	Hemerocallis spp.	Sedum spp.
Family	Asparagaceae	Crassulaceae
Category	flowers	groundcovers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Adaptable	Well-drained, Poor
Height	3'	6"
Spread	2'	2'
Bloom Season	Summer	Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink	Yellow, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Northern Hemisphere
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.

Sedum (Stonecrop)

✓Needs very little water once established.
✓Thrives in poor soil.
✓Break off stems and press into soil to propagate.
✓Great for green roofs and rock walls.

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 Sedum (Stonecrop) if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low 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 Sedum (Stonecrop) grow in the same hardiness zone?

Daylily grows in USDA zones 3-10, while Sedum (Stonecrop) grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 3 through 9.

Do Daylily and Sedum (Stonecrop) have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Daylily or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

Daylily grows taller at 3' compared to Sedum (Stonecrop) at 6". Daylily spreads 2' while Sedum (Stonecrop) spreads 2'.

Are Daylily and Sedum (Stonecrop) deer resistant?

Sedum (Stonecrop) is deer resistant, but Daylily is not. If deer are a concern, Sedum (Stonecrop) is the better choice, or protect Daylily with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Daylily or Sedum (Stonecrop)?

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