The “Flamenco Flame” is a vibrant, evergreen daylily (Hemerocallis) known for its deep, rich coloration and reliable perennial performance. It is highly favored in gardens for its heat tolerance, striking blooms, and low maintenance. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Characteristics
- Flower Color: Features brilliant red-orange to hot scarlet petals, often with a subtle yellow or green throat.
- Bloom Time: Typically blooms in the early to mid-summer, with some varieties offering repeat blooming.
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen, meaning its strap-like leaves will stay green through the milder winters in warmer climates.
- Hardiness: Highly adaptable, drought-tolerant, and thrives in USDA Zones 3 through 9. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
How to Grow
- Light: Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) but can tolerate partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers rich, fertile, well-draining soil, though it adapts well to a variety of soil types.
- Water: Water regularly during the first year to establish a deep root system. Once established, they are quite drought-resistant. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Care & Maintenance
- Deadheading: Remove spent blooms to redirect energy into producing new buds.
- Dividing: Every 4 to 5 years, dig up and divide overgrown clumps to maintain vigorous blooming.
- Toxicity: Note that while daylilies make gorgeous garden additions, they are highly toxic to cats.
