Hemerocallis ‘Persian Ruby’ (25) BR Plants

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Hemerocallis ‘Persian Ruby’ (25) Bare Root PlantsCommon Name: Daylily

An easily recognizable daylily that’s a must-have for your garden! Deep purplish red, spoon-shaped flowers are massive – nearly 8″ across. The large green throat is a nice contrast to the dark petals. Compared to the popular ‘Ruby Spider’, flowers are more purple in color. ‘Persian Ruby’ demands attention when it explodes with flowers in midsummer thanks to its high bud count.

• Early Midseason Bloomer
• Dormant foliage.
• Tetraploid

American Hemerocallis Society Honorable Mention (AHS first stamp of approval) — 2005American Hemerocallis Society Award of Merit (Outstanding beauty and performance over a wide area of the country) — 2008

Height: 30.0 InchesSpread: 18.0-24.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9Flower Color: Purple shadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun to Part Shade Low to Average Water NeedsPoor to Fertile Soil QualityBloomtime: Early SummerAttracts Butterflies and HummingbirdsBee FriendlyRabbit ResistantGrowth Rate: Medium

Border Plant , Easy To Grow, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant

Hemerocallis ‘Persian Ruby’ is a striking daylily known for its rich, deep red blooms and vigorous growth. Here is a breakdown of its key features and growing requirements:

Key Features:

• Deep Red Flowers: ‘Persian Ruby’ produces large, velvety, deep purplish-red flowers with a prominent yellow-green throat. The blooms are often described as having a slightly ruffled or spoon-shaped petal.
• Large Blooms: The flowers are quite large, reaching up to 7-8 inches in diameter, making a bold statement in the garden.
• Reblooming: This daylily is a dependable rebloomer, meaning it will produce multiple rounds of flowers throughout the summer, extending the bloom period.
• High Bud Count: ‘Persian Ruby’ is known for its high bud count, meaning each flower stalk will produce numerous buds, resulting in a profusion of blooms.
• Dormant Foliage: It has dormant foliage, meaning the leaves will die back in the fall and new growth will emerge in the spring.
• Vigorous Growth: It is a vigorous grower and will quickly establish itself in the garden.

Growing Conditions:

• Zones: 3-9 (It is hardy in a wide range of climates)
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade. It prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight per day for best flowering.
• Soil: Adaptable to a variety of soil types but prefers well-drained soil. Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
• Water: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist.

Care Tips:

• Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent seed pod formation.
• Division: Divide clumps every few years to prevent overcrowding and rejuvenate the plant.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms.

Uses in the Landscape:

• Borders: Its vibrant blooms and vigorous growth make it perfect for adding color and texture to borders.
• Mass Plantings: Planted in groups, it creates a stunning display of deep red flowers.
• Cottage Gardens: Its classic daylily form fits perfectly in cottage-style gardens.
• Containers: It can be used in containers to add a pop of color to patios and decks.
• Erosion Control: Its vigorous growth and spreading habit make it useful for erosion control on slopes.

If you are looking for a daylily with rich, deep red blooms, reliable reblooming, and vigorous growth, Hemerocallis ‘Persian Ruby’ is an excellent choice. Its stunning flowers will add a touch of elegance and drama to your garden.

Mature field grown plant shipped bare root.

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