Troubleshooting
Daylily 'Stoke Poges' problems — and how to fix them
Daylily 'Stoke Poges' (Hemerocallis 'Stoke Poges') 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.
Daylily rust
Orange-yellow pustules on foliage, more prevalent in warm, humid summers; remove affected leaves and treat with a registered fungicide.
Slugs and snails
Feed on emerging spring growth; iron phosphate pellets or copper tape around new shoots provides effective deterrence.
Aphids
Infest buds and tender stems in spring and early summer; treat with insecticidal soap or encourage natural predators.
Botrytis
Grey mould on spent blooms during cool damp periods; deadhead regularly and ensure good air circulation.
Clump congestion
After several years, clumps produce fewer scapes; divide and replant in fresh soil every 4-5 years.
Prevent daylily 'stoke poges' problems before they start
Most daylily 'stoke poges' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Daylily 'Stoke Poges' problems — FAQ
Why is my daylily 'stoke poges' daylily rust?
Orange-yellow pustules on foliage, more prevalent in warm, humid summers; remove affected leaves and treat with a registered fungicide.
Why is my daylily 'stoke poges' slugs and snails?
Feed on emerging spring growth; iron phosphate pellets or copper tape around new shoots provides effective deterrence.
Why is my daylily 'stoke poges' aphids?
Infest buds and tender stems in spring and early summer; treat with insecticidal soap or encourage natural predators.
Why is my daylily 'stoke poges' botrytis?
Grey mould on spent blooms during cool damp periods; deadhead regularly and ensure good air circulation.
Why is my daylily 'stoke poges' clump congestion?
After several years, clumps produce fewer scapes; divide and replant in fresh soil every 4-5 years.