Taiwan Golden Needle (Hemerocallis citrina) is a prized perennial grown for its tender unopened flower buds, which are a beloved ingredient in Taiwanese and East Asian cuisine. The buds have a mild, slightly sweet flavor with a delicate texture and are commonly used in soups, stir-fries, hot pots, and traditional dishes. Beyond its culinary appeal, this graceful daylily produces fragrant lemon-yellow flowers that bring beauty and seasonal interest to edible gardens and landscapes.
Cultivated for generations in Taiwan and other parts of East Asia, Hemerocallis citrina is one of the classic daylily varieties associated with golden needle flower production. Its combination of ornamental blooms, reliable perennial growth, and edible flower buds makes it a unique addition for gardeners interested in growing traditional Asian crops at home.
 
**Plant Care**
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness Zone: 3–9
Water: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during active growth and flowering
Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial with grass-like foliage and edible flower buds
Additional Notes: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter. Harvest unopened flower buds before blooming for culinary use. Divide established clumps every few years to maintain healthy growth and encourage new shoots.
 
**Order & Shipping Notes**
Custom-made Item: Please consider and respect our no-return policy before placing your order. Each plant is a living product and may naturally vary in size, shape, and appearance.
For Potted Plant Orders: Starter plants contain established roots and are shipped in organic growing material (soil) using recycled packaging whenever possible. Plants may be trimmed slightly to safely fit inside the shipping box.
Starter Plant Size: Typically 4–12 inches tall; sizes may vary depending on growing conditions, photoperiod, season, and shipping time.
For Seed Orders: Seeds are freshly harvested and may be hand-counted. Our plants are proud bee hosts, so cross-pollination can occur.
For Seed Orders: Some seeds are extremely small; some may be shipped inside swollen calyxes after the flower has dropped.
For Seed Orders: Seed germination depends on environmental factors including light, moisture, temperature, sowing time, and genetic characteristics. Patience and proper growing conditions are important, and starting plants from seed may not be suitable for every grower.
For Bare Root Plant Orders: Bare-root plants contain roots and are wrapped with moist material for shipping using recycled packaging whenever possible. Plants may be trimmed slightly to safely fit inside the shipping box.
Please review our shop policies before placing an order. We want every customer to have a positive experience and will always work with reasonable buyers to resolve concerns. Plants are living horticultural products, and each one is unique. Natural differences in size, shape, color, and growth stage are expected.
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