Day lilies are one of summer's most enchanting flowers. With their vibrant petals unfurling in warm yellows, soft pinks, and rich oranges, they capture the essence of long, sun-filled days and lazy afternoons in the garden. There's something magical about how these blooms seem to glow in the afternoon light, bringing joy and color to any landscape. Now you can bring that same warmth and beauty into your crochet projects with this Day Lily Garden Flower Granny Square.
Granny squares are a crocheter's best friend, and for good reason. They're endlessly versatile—perfect for blankets, pillows, bags, or even wearables like shawls and cardigans. What makes them even better is their ability to help you use up those precious yarn scraps hiding in your stash. This day lily design is an ideal way to transform leftover worsted weight yarn into something beautiful and functional. Mix and match your colors to create a garden of unique squares, each one a little different depending on what yarns you have on hand.
Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or just starting your granny square journey, this pattern is designed to be approachable while still delivering that gorgeous, dimensional flower detail. Ready to expand your granny square collection? Explore more granny square patterns in our shop and discover endless inspiration for your next project.
Now, let's dive into the pattern and create your day lily masterpiece.
Materials
Yarn: Medium size worsted weight acrylic yarn, I used Red Heart Super Saver Solids.
Color A: Yellow
Color B: Pink
Color C: Green
Color D: White
Hook: Size G / 4.25mm
Gauge
Completed square measures approximately 5 inches × 5 inches. Using a larger or smaller size hook will make a larger or smaller size square.
Abbreviations
Slst = slip stitch
Ch = chain
Sc = single crochet
Hdc = half double crochet
Dc = double crochet
Tr = treble crochet
Sp = space
St = stitch
This granny square is worked in the round. You will continue to work in the same direction throughout. Do not turn work.
Round 1: Using color A, make a magic circle or slipknot circle. Ch 4 (counts as a hdc + ch2), hdc + ch2 in the circle 5 times. To join, make a slst to the 2nd link of the beg ch. 6 (hdc + ch2) total.
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (beginning ch-3 counts as a dc st now and throughout), make 3 dc in the same st, *skip over next ch2 sp and make 4 dc in top of next hdc, repeat from * 4 more times, skip over last ch2 sp and slst to top of beg ch-3 to join. Fasten off. 24 dc sts total.
Flower Petal Base: Join color B in any ch2 sp from Rnd 1. *(Sc + ch3 + sc) in ch2 sp, (sc + ch5 + sc) in next ch 2 sp, repeat from * twice. Slst to top of first sc to join.
Flower Petal Rnd: Continue working in the same direction and make *(sc, hdc, dc, dc + ch2 picot, dc, hdc, sc) all into the next ch3 sp, skip next 2 sc sts, (sc, hdc, dc, 2tr, tr + ch2 picot, 2tr, dc, hdc, sc) all into the next ch5 sp, skip next 2 sc sts, repeat from * twice, slst to first sc of this rnd to join. Fasten off.
Rnd 3: Make the square corners. Optional: To keep the flower petals flat, randomly slip one back loop from each of the petals onto the hook and work it into the dc sts made in this round.
Join color C to any dc st from Rnd 2. Ch3, make a dc in each of the next 4 dc sts, (2dc + ch2 + 2dc) into next dc, *make a dc in each of the next 5 dc sts, (2dc + ch2 + 2dc) into next dc, repeat from * twice. Slst to top of beg ch-3 to join. Fasten off. 36 dc total.
Rnd 4: Join color D to any ch-2 sp from previous rnd. (Ch 3, dc + ch2 + 2dc) all in the same sp, dc in each of the next 9 dc sts, *(2dc + ch2 + 2dc) in the next ch-2 sp, dc in each of the next 9 dc sts, repeat from * twice, slst to the top of beg ch-3. Fasten off. 52 dc total.
We'd love to see your finished day lily granny squares come to life! Once you've completed your project, snap a photo and share it on Instagram—tag @torreyatreasures so we can celebrate your beautiful work. Whether you've made a single square, a cozy blanket, or a stunning collection of these flowers, we can't wait to see how you've brought the day lily garden to your own creative space.