Fairy Tale Pink Daylily
Hemerocallis x 'Fairy Tale Pink'
SKU
04036
A favorite perennial for its showy pinkish apricot-colored blooms. Large clumps of long, grass-like leaves are highlighted by lily-like flowers on tall stems. This selection reblooms throughout the summer months. Semi-evergreen in mild winter climates.
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Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | hem-er-oh-KAL-iss |
|---|---|
| Lore | The name, hemerocallis is derived from the Greek for beauty and day because each flower blooms for just a single day. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Foliage clumps reach 2 ft.tall and wide, flower stalks to 3 ft. tall. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | This carefree perennial fits into almost any garden. Spot into perennial borders as individuals or small clusters. Mass into a sea of color that functions much like groundcover. You can arrange them in a row against foundations as a mini hedge. With its strap-leafed form and flowers on long wand-like stems, Daylily offers dramatic relief between dwarf shrubs. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Very Wet Areas, Cutting Garden, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Dwarf Plant, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Coneflower (Echinacea); Milkweed (Asclepias); Lavender (Lavandula); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Bee Balm, (Monarda) |
Thrives in organically rich loam; adapts to most soil types, provided they are well-drained. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Remove old foliage and spent blooms for a neat appearance and to promote continued bloom.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-11
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