Hemerocallis ‘Bright Sunset’ (25) BR Plants

Description

Product Description

Hemerocallis ‘Bright Sunset’ (RUDOLPH, 1978) (25) Bare Root Plants Common Name: Daylily

6″, highly fragrant flowers the color of a tropical sunset: burnt coppery-orange self with a golden orange band and small, deep green throatPetals have prominent gold midribs and tightly ruffled edges; sepals have smooth, gold edgesVigorous grower with healthy dark green foliage

• Midseason Bloomers, blooming in July.
• Extended Bloom with flowers staying open at least 16 hours.
• Fragrant flowers.
• Dormant foliage.
• Tetraploid with 44 chromosomes. 

Parents: (COMMANDMENT X SDLG).

Height: 36 inchesSpread: 18.0-24.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: Gold/Orange shadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) – Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)Low to Average Water NeedsPoor to Fertile Soil QualityBloomtime: MidsummerAttracts Butterflies and HummingbirdsBee FriendlyRabbit ResistantGrowth Rate: Medium

Border Plant, Container, Easy To Grow, Fragrant Flowers, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant

Hemerocallis ‘Bright Sunset’ is a fragrant and vibrant daylily cultivar that brings the warmth of a tropical sunset to your garden. It is known for its large, colorful flowers, vigorous growth, and delightful fragrance. Here is a closer look at its key features:

Appearance:

• Tropical Sunset Colors: ‘Bright Sunset’ lives up to its name, producing large, 6-inch, coppery-orange flowers with a golden orange band and a small, deep green throat. The petals have prominent gold midribs and tightly ruffled edges, adding texture and depth to the blooms.
• Vigorous Growth: This daylily is a vigorous grower, forming strong clumps of healthy, dark green foliage.
• Tall Scapes: The flower scapes (stalks) are tall, typically reaching about 36 inches in height, making the flowers stand out in the garden.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers full sun in the north and can tolerate full sun in the south with sufficient moisture.
• Soil: Adaptable to various soil types but prefers well-drained soil.
• Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, making it a versatile choice for many gardeners.

Care:

• Low Maintenance: ‘Bright Sunset’ is a relatively low-maintenance plant.
• Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
• Deadheading: Deadheading spent flowers can improve the appearance of the plant but does not significantly extend the bloom time.
• Dividing: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Uses:

• Borders: Adds a bold splash of color and fragrance to borders and beds.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a stunning display when planted in groups.
• Containers: Can be grown in containers to add color and fragrance to patios and balconies.
• Naturalizing: Its vigorous growth makes it suitable for naturalizing in areas where it can spread.
• Cut Flowers: The large, fragrant flowers make excellent cut flowers for arrangements.

Additional Information:

• Fragrant: The flowers have a strong, delightful fragrance.
• Midseason Bloomer: Blooms in July in most climates.
• Extended Bloom: The flowers stay open for at least 16 hours, providing a long display of color.
• Tetraploid: ‘Bright Sunset’ is a tetraploid daylily, meaning it has twice the number of chromosomes as diploid daylilies. This often results in larger, more vigorous plants with thicker petals.

If you are looking for a daylily with large, fragrant flowers in vibrant sunset colors, Hemerocallis ‘Bright Sunset’ is an excellent choice. It is a reliable and show-stopping addition to any garden.

Mature field grown plant shipped bare root.

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