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Hardy perennial
Asphodelaceae
Perennials
Daylily 'Pardon Me'
Daylily
Daylily 'Pardon Me': 45 cm high and 60 cm spread, sun to partial shade. Red blooms in July-August. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
Discover the plant
Common nameDaylily 'Pardon Me'
FamilyAsphodelaceae
GenusDaylily
CultivarExcuse Me
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDaylily
The silhouette of 'Pardon Me' daylily (Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me') adds depth to garden compositions. Its foliage displays shades of green, which can be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-August. The clump reaches approximately 45 cm in height and 60 cm in spread; use these dimensions to position the plant in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings. A new flush of blooms is possible if the plant's vigor and seasonal conditions allow.
Culturally, 'Pardon Me' daylily prefers full sun to partial shade; the recommended soil is well-drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during establishment. Support the rooting of 'Pardon Me' daylily with deep watering, then check moisture levels before re-watering. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. A spacing of approximately 60 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness level is Zone 3, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.
Throughout the seasons, 'Pardon Me' daylily benefits from timely care: remove spent flowers for a neat clump and allow the green leaves to replenish reserves after flowering. Each daylily bloom is short-lived, but buds follow one another; consistent watering helps the plant during their development. For pairings, consider coneflowers, perennial geraniums, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (July-August) and the spread of 60 cm will serve as guidelines for arranging other plants around this one. This plant is toxic to cats; choose a location out of their reach.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
23.62 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing time for the roots to establish themselves before the severe cold weather.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee that a named cultivar will be true to type.
Growing method
Daylily ‘Pardon Me’: Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the deep cold. Support the establishment of Daylily ‘Pardon Me’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before re-watering. Adjust frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Each daylily flower is short-lived, but buds appear in succession; consistent watering helps the plant during their development.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Accompany the rooting of Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Daylily 'Pardon Me': remove spent blooms for a tidy clump and allow green leaves to replenish reserves after flowering. During its flowering period (July-August), also keep an eye out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable, perforated container, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to adult development.
To try ‘Pardon Me’ Daylily in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted directly in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Width / spread
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Null and void
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
July-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Daylily ‘Pardon Me’: echinaceas, perennial geraniums, campanulas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around Daylily 'Pardon Me', avoid above all neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its clump. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me'?
Provide full sun to partial shade and a suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Each daylily bloom is short-lived, but buds follow one another; consistent watering helps the plant during their development.
What is the best location for Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me'?
Expect it to grow to about 45 cm tall and 60 cm wide at maturity. Plant approximately 60 cm apart, center to center, adjusting based on the actual growth of the clumps. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a border and for group plantings.
When does Hemerocallis ‘Pardon Me’ bloom?
The period indicated is July-August. The flower palette is red. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me'?
Support the establishment of Daylily 'Pardon Me' with deep waterings, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications to already moist soil. Remove spent flowers for a tidy clump and let the green leaves replenish reserves after flowering.
Can Hemerocallis ‘Pardon Me’ be grown in a pot?
To try the 'Pardon Me' daylily in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes that is appropriately sized for the root ball and its future spread (60 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more frequently than if planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Reported toxicity
Yes
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