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Hardy perennial
Asphodelaceae
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Daylily ‘Blood Sweat Tears’
Daylily
Daylily ‘Blood Sweat Tears’: 70 cm tall and 60 cm wide, sun to partial shade. White, raspberry, pink, yellow, green flowers 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 ‘Blood Sweat Tears’
FamilyAsphodelaceae
GenusDaylily
CultivarBlood Sweat and Tears
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameDaylily
Daylily 'Blood Sweat Tears' (Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat Tears') brings a palette of white, raspberry, pink, yellow, green to the garden. Among its distinctive details: wavy petals. The foliage features shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is July-August. The clump reaches about 70 cm in height with a 60 cm spread; use these dimensions to place the plant in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings. A new wave of flowers is possible if the plant's vigor and seasonal conditions allow.
As for cultivation, Daylily 'Blood Sweat Tears' appreciates exposure from full sun to partial shade; the recommended soil is well-drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during establishment. Support the rooting of Daylily 'Blood Sweat Tears' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. A margin corresponding to its 60 cm spread avoids having to move the clump during the first seasons. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be evaluated according to your garden conditions.
To maintain the appeal of Daylily 'Blood Sweat Tears' after the flowers, remove spent blooms for a tidy clump and allow the green leaves to replenish reserves after flowering. Each daylily flower is short-lived, but the buds appear in succession; consistent watering helps the plant during their development. For associations, consider echinaceas, perennial geraniums, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 70 cm height in mind to place shorter plants on the right side and allow the flowers to be visible during July-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 time for the roots to establish themselves before the severe cold.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
‘Blood Sweat Tears’ Daylily: Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold. Accompany the rooting of ‘Blood Sweat Tears’ Daylily with deep watering, then check the moisture before re-watering. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Each daylily flower 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
Accompany the establishment of Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat Tears' with deep watering, 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
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 'Blood Sweat Tears': deadhead spent blooms for a tidy clump, and allow the green foliage to replenish reserves after flowering. During its flowering period (July-August), also monitor for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to adult development.
To try ‘Blood Sweat Tears’ 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 planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
28 inches (71 cm)
Width / spread
24 inches (61 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
July-August
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Companion plants to consider for Daylily ‘Blood Sweat Tears’: coneflowers, 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 ‘Blood Sweat Tears’, you should especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. 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 'Blood Sweat Tears'?
Provide sun to partial shade and suitable soil (drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during establishment). Each daylily bloom is short-lived, but buds follow in succession; consistent watering helps the plant during their development.
What is the best position for Hemerocallis ‘Blood Sweat Tears’?
Expect a height of around 70 cm and a width of 60 cm at maturity. Approximately 60 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual growth of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings.
When does Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat Tears' bloom?
The period indicated is July-August. The flower color palette is white, raspberry, pink, yellow, green. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and how the plant is established.
How to water and care for Daylily 'Blood Sweat Tears'?
Once Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat Tears' is established, water deeply, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Remove spent flowers for a tidy clump and let the green foliage replenish reserves after blooming.
Can Hemerocallis ‘Blood Sweat Tears’ be grown in a pot?
To try Hémérocalle ‘Blood Sweat Tears’ 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 you would for plants 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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