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Hardy perennial
Asphodelaceae
Perennials
Daylily 'Passion for Red'
Daylily
Daylily 'Passion for Red': 65 cm high and 60 cm spread, sun to partial shade. Red, yellow flowers in June-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 'Passion for Red'
FamilyAsphodelaceae
GenusDaylily
CultivarPassion for Red
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDaylily
With Hemerocallis ‘Passion for Red’, the flowerbed welcomes a plant whose flowers display shades of red, yellow. Among its distinctive details: wavy petals. The foliage presents shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-August. Its size of 65 cm by 60 cm reserves it a place in the middle of the flowerbed and for group planting, without forgetting the space of its neighbours.
To plant Hemerocallis ‘Passion for Red’, look for the following exposure: sun to partial shade and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation). Support the rooting of Hemerocallis ‘Passion for Red’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Spacing of about 60 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted to observed vigour. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.
To maintain the interest of Hemerocallis ‘Passion for Red’ after the flowers, remove spent flowers for a neat clump and let the green leaves replenish reserves after flowering. Each daylily flower is brief, but buds follow one another; consistent watering helps the plant during their development. For associations, consider campanulas, echinaceas, perennial geraniums in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 65 cm height in mind to place lower plants on the right side and to allow flowers to be visible during June-August. 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 autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Daylily 'Passion for Red': Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. Support the rooting of Daylily 'Passion for Red' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already damp soil. Each daylily bloom is short-lived, but the 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
Support the establishment of Daylily 'Passion for Red' 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.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual condition of the root ball
Seasonal care
Daylily 'Passion for Red': remove spent flowers for a tidy clump and let the green leaves replenish reserves after flowering. During its flowering period (June-August), also keep an eye out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might overshadow the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable, perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try out 'Passion for Red' daylily in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
26 inches (66 cm)
Width / spread
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for Daylily ‘Passion for Red’: campanulas, echinaceas, perennial geraniums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and similar moisture levels; ensure each clump has enough space to grow to its mature size.
Plants to avoid
Around Daylily ‘Passion for Red’, especially avoid neighbours that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Light, water, and spread compatibility take precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Daylily 'Passion for Red'?
Provide sun to partial shade and a suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Each daylily flower is short-lived, but the buds appear in succession; consistent watering helps the plant during their development.
Where should I plant Daylily ‘Passion for Red’?
Expect a height of around 65 cm and a width of 60 cm at maturity. Allow approximately 60 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings.
When does the 'Passion for Red' Daylily bloom?
The period indicated is June-August. The color palette of the flowers is red, yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and when the plant is established.
How to water and care for Daylily ‘Passion for Red’?
Help establish Hemerocallis ‘Passion for Red’ by deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings if the soil is already moist. Remove spent blooms to keep the clump tidy and allow the green leaves to replenish reserves after flowering.
Can 'Passion for Red' Daylily be grown in a pot?
To try the 'Passion for Red' Daylily in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (60 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were 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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