Autumn Red Daylily is a stunning perennial grown in zones 3-9. Single blooms are red with a brilliant gold throat, reaching a size of 4.5".
Hemerocallis 'Autumn Red' Daylily
Hemerocallis 'Autumn Red' is a beautiful and easy-to-grow daylily cultivar known for its deep red flowers and long blooming season. It is a midseason bloomer, typically blooming from July to August, and produces an abundance of 4-inch wide, dark red flowers with a golden yellow throat. The flowers have a trumpet shape and last for at least 16 hours, but no more than 24 hours. Autumn Red Daylilies are also rebloomers, meaning that they will produce a second set of flowers later in the season.
Autumn Red Daylilies are vigorous and prolific growers. They form clumps of arching, grass-like foliage that can reach up to 39 inches tall. Autumn Red Daylilies are drought tolerant and heat stress immune, making them a good choice for hot, dry climates. They are also relatively pest and disease resistant.
Autumn Red Daylilies are a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings. They are often planted in shrub borders, perennial beds, or as ground covers on slopes. They can also be grown in containers.
Here are some tips for growing Autumn Red Daylilies:
- Plant Autumn Red Daylilies in full sun to partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
Amending soil with compost
- Water Autumn Red Daylilies regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize Autumn Red Daylilies in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Fertilizing plants
- Divide Autumn Red Daylilies every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding.
Dividing plants
Here are some uses for Autumn Red Daylilies in the landscape:
- In shrub borders
Shrub border with daylilies
- In perennial beds
Perennial bed with daylilies
- As ground covers on slopes
Daylilies as ground cover
- In containers
Daylilies in containers
Here are some of the benefits of growing Autumn Red Daylilies:
- Deep red flowers
- Long blooming season
- Drought tolerant
- Heat stress immune
- Pest and disease resistant
- Versatile plant
Things to keep in mind:
- Autumn Red Daylilies are poisonous if ingested, so keep them out of reach of children and pets.
- The plants can be susceptible to certain pests and diseases, such as mites, aphids, and thrips. Inspect the plants regularly for signs of pests or diseases and treat any problems promptly.
Overall, Autumn Red Daylilies are a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial that can be a great addition to any garden.
