Do Ditch Lilies Spread

This is H. fulva, a tenacious plant given the unfortunate nicknames “ditch lily” and “gutter lily.” This member of the daylily family grows eagerly, and quickly spreads beyond its original planting area. These aren’t bad traits to have, if you have a large area you need filled up.

Do daylilies spread on their own?

Daylilies quickly spread into larger clumps, and eventually they become so crowded that they do not bloom as well. You may want to divide your daylilies every few years, particularly if you notice fewer blooms. … Plant the divided pieces in soil amended with compost, just as you would plant a potted daylily.

How do daylilies multiply?

Each plant grows into a clump that will be ready for division about every three or four years. Undivided plants will begin to produce fewer flowers so you’re doing yourself and the plant a favor by dividing regularly. Daylilies can be divided in spring or fall.