Troubleshooting
Daylily 'Orange Velvet' problems — and how to fix them
Daylily 'Orange Velvet' (Hemerocallis 'Orange Velvet') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Aphids
Infestations on tender new growth and scapes in spring; treat with insecticidal soap or introduce ladybirds as biological control.
Leaf streak
Characteristic fungal brown streaks along leaf margins; cut out affected foliage and avoid wetting leaves when watering.
Rust
Orange pustules on leaves; more prevalent in wet summers. Remove and dispose of infected foliage; treat with appropriate fungicide if severe.
Slugs and snails
Feed on new shoots in spring; use iron phosphate pellets or barrier methods such as copper tape around vulnerable crowns.
Deer browsing
Deer readily eat daylily buds and foliage; protect with netting or deer-deterrent spray in areas with deer pressure.
Prevent daylily 'orange velvet' problems before they start
Most daylily 'orange velvet' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Daylily 'Orange Velvet' problems — FAQ
Why is my daylily 'orange velvet' aphids?
Infestations on tender new growth and scapes in spring; treat with insecticidal soap or introduce ladybirds as biological control.
Why is my daylily 'orange velvet' leaf streak?
Characteristic fungal brown streaks along leaf margins; cut out affected foliage and avoid wetting leaves when watering.
Why is my daylily 'orange velvet' rust?
Orange pustules on leaves; more prevalent in wet summers. Remove and dispose of infected foliage; treat with appropriate fungicide if severe.
Why is my daylily 'orange velvet' slugs and snails?
Feed on new shoots in spring; use iron phosphate pellets or barrier methods such as copper tape around vulnerable crowns.
Why is my daylily 'orange velvet' deer browsing?
Deer readily eat daylily buds and foliage; protect with netting or deer-deterrent spray in areas with deer pressure.