Troubleshooting
Daylily 'Pearl Lewis' problems — and how to fix them
Daylily 'Pearl Lewis' (Hemerocallis 'Pearl Lewis') 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.
Petal spotting
Water or rain on open blooms causes unsightly brown spots on pale petals; water at the base and deadhead promptly.
Leaf streak
Fungal brownish streaks on foliage; remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering.
Aphids
Common in spring; treat with insecticidal soap or encourage natural predators. Check regularly during the growing season.
Slugs
Feed on emerging spring foliage; use iron phosphate slug pellets or set beer traps near the crown.
Deer
Deer browse soft daylily foliage; use repellent sprays or physical barriers in deer-prone gardens.
Prevent daylily 'pearl lewis' problems before they start
Most daylily 'pearl lewis' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Daylily 'Pearl Lewis' problems — FAQ
Why is my daylily 'pearl lewis' petal spotting?
Water or rain on open blooms causes unsightly brown spots on pale petals; water at the base and deadhead promptly.
Why is my daylily 'pearl lewis' leaf streak?
Fungal brownish streaks on foliage; remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering.
Why is my daylily 'pearl lewis' aphids?
Common in spring; treat with insecticidal soap or encourage natural predators. Check regularly during the growing season.
Why is my daylily 'pearl lewis' slugs?
Feed on emerging spring foliage; use iron phosphate slug pellets or set beer traps near the crown.
Why is my daylily 'pearl lewis' deer?
Deer browse soft daylily foliage; use repellent sprays or physical barriers in deer-prone gardens.