Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro' Daylily Plant

Purple de Oro daylily is a bi-color purplish-red flower with a yellow throat and ruffled edge. Grown in zones 3-9, it reaches a size of 18-24 inches.

Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro' Purple De Oro Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro', also known as Purple De Oro Daylily, is a popular daylily cultivar known for its vibrant purple flowers and long blooming season.

Hemerocallis Purple De Oro, Purple De Oro Daylily plant

Purple De Oro Daylilies are midseason bloomers, typically blooming from July to August. They produce an abundance of 2.75-inch wide, reddish-purple flowers with ruffled edges and yellowish throats. The flowers have a trumpet shape and last for at least 16 hours, but no more than 24 hours. Purple De Oro Daylilies are also rebloomers, meaning that they will produce a second set of flowers later in the season.

Purple De Oro Daylilies are vigorous and prolific growers. They form clumps of arching, grass-like foliage that can reach up to 20 inches tall. Purple De Oro 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.

Purple De Oro 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 Purple De Oro Daylilies:

• Plant Purple De Oro Daylilies in full sun to partial shade.
• Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.

Amending soil with compost

• Water Purple De Oro Daylilies regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
• Fertilize Purple De Oro Daylilies in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Fertilizing plants

• Divide Purple De Oro Daylilies every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding.

Dividing plants

Here are some uses for Purple De Oro 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 Purple De Oro Daylilies:

• Vibrant purple flowers
• Long blooming season
• Drought tolerant
• Heat stress immune
• Pest and disease resistant
• Versatile plant

Things to keep in mind:

• Purple De Oro 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, Purple De Oro Daylilies are a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial that can be a great addition to any garden.