The ‘Night Embers‘ Daylily (Hemerocallis) is a highly sought-after perennial celebrated for its fluffy, double blossoms featuring deep Bing cherry-red petals, glowing gold wire edges, and a striking yellow-green throat. [1, 2]
This unique daylily variety is favored by gardeners and landscapers for its compact growth habit, subtle fragrance, and reliability. [1, 2]
Key Characteristics
- Bloom Type: Double (features extra petals in the center for a fuller, ruffled look).
- Flower Size: Typically 5 inches (13 cm) in diameter.
- Plant Size: Grows to roughly 24–30 inches (60–75 cm) in height and 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) in spread.
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen, arching grassy green leaves.
- Fragrance: Light and sweet. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Blooming & Care
- Bloom Season: Begins early to mid-summer (typically around June/July) and continues through early autumn due to its excellent reblooming habit.
- Hardiness Zones: Very hardy, thriving in USDA Zones 3–9.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade (full sun yields the most profuse blooms).
- Soil: Highly adaptable to most soil types, though it performs best in fertile, well-drained loamy soil. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
