Fertiliser for Daylilies
Fertiliser for Daylilies
If you really want to make sure that your daylilies are kept healthy, you have to make sure that you supply the right kind of fertiliser for daylilies.
First of all, you need to understand what a fertiliser really is and what its main components are. You do not have to be an expert just to properly take care of your daylilies. As long as you follow instructions and you do this regularly, you can definitely bring out the best in your daylilies. Taking care of daylilies requires patience, motivation and dedication. You should treat daylilies as not mere things. Daylilies also have their very own set of needs that must be properly attended. Just like humans, daylilies require food and proper nutrition and they need to be constantly hydrated. You also have to make sure that they are placed in the right containers and in the right location so that they can receive the right amount of sunlight which is very essential for their production of food.
Understanding the Components of Fertiliser for daylilies
Fertiliser is made up of organic or inorganic materials. It is added to the soil to enrich it and make the substance more capable of nourishing the plants. Fertilisers contain substances that are specialised to ensure the continuous growth of the plants. There are actually different kinds of fertilisers available in the market nowadays that is why you should definitely be careful when it comes to choosing the right one for your daylilies. There are artificial and natural fertilisers. Artificial fertilisers are those that often contain harmful chemicals and substances. Organic or natural fertilisers are those that are made up of natural materials and therefore, are generally safer to use. It is advisable to use organic fertilisers for your daylilies.
Looking Into Daylilies and Their Needs
Daylilies are adaptable plants that do not require much specialised care. As long as you give your daylilies the right amount of water, fertiliser and nutrients and keep a good soil pH they will definitely grow properly. Daylilies even survive extreme cold conditions during winter. Do not be confused by the various types of fertilisers available in the market. Just because they are used by most, does not mean that you can already use it for your daylilies. You have to consider the type of plant, the soil and the environmental condition before you pick the best fertiliser. You can check out your nearest nursery and check out different fertiliser types and brands. One good fertiliser that you can try to use is an all purpose fertiliser. If you know an expert when it comes to plants and fertilisers, you can best consult them so that they can give you the best suggestion regarding the best fertiliser to use.
Applying the Fertiliser to Daylilies
It is not just enough that you purchase the right kind of fertiliser for your daylilies, you also need to learn how to use the fertiliser properly. You have to make sure that the fertiliser is properly spread around the daylilies. You have to make sure that all areas are well distributed, you can use a small tool to spread the fertiliser or you can just do the process manually. Manually, you can get an ample amount of blood and bone fertiliser, and spread it like feeding the chooks but you must be careful not to put any fertiliser on the inner new leaves of the daylilies as this will burn them and set the daylilies back in time. Blood and bone is a very gentle slow release fertiliser for daylilies it’s the perfect fertiliser for preparing your new garden beds for all sorts of flowers. You need to remember that you should not fertilise your daylilies at all with an all purpose fertiliser when they are first planted this can burn the fine hair roots that are trying to get established.
We grow daylilies in pots at Decadent Daylilies in Australia daylilies are not heavy feeders we fertilise our daylilies twice a year with an organic fertiliser, a regular fertilising program can help your daylilies to grow well, sometimes we use liquid fertilisers. It is best to apply the fertilisers when the soil is moist and not when the soil is completely dry, then there can be no damages to the daylilies. Container gardening is the best way to grow your new daylilies especially if you buy the daylilies in the summer months this way daylilies can be planted all year round. It is very hot in some parts of Australia to start your new daylilies in their new environment, don’t make the mistake and fertiliser them straight away when you pot them up, fertilise them after they have renewed a full fan of leaves.
Proper Hydration for the Daylilies
During the summer season or extremely hot weather conditions, you have to make sure that the daylilies have an adequate supply of water to prevent any kind of damage caused by heat. When watering the daylilies, you have to make sure that you do it when the plants are already protected by the shade. Most people may not be aware of the fact that watering the plants especially the daylilies in high heat can cause certain damages.
You also have to make sure that you do not put too much water on your plants because this can soak them too much, allowing the roots to slowly lose their grip from the soil. You just have to place an ample amount of water and you can be sure that the plants will properly grow, I feel it is more important to deep water your daylilies twice a week in the hot summer months than too much fertiliser. The best daylilies are grown in damp soil.
These are just some of the most important reminders that you need to consider when it comes to using fertiliser for your daylilies. At first, it may be really simple but you have to see to it that you follow certain considerations accompanying the entire process. It is not just merely placing fertiliser around your plants. It involves regular watering, fertilising and monitoring to make sure that you are properly supporting your plant towards effective growth. If you become successful in taking care of your plants, you can even sit back when the daylilies are in full bloom and see the best results of the fertilising and care that you have given your plants.
