Product Description
Hemerocallis 'Marque Moon' (Trimmer, 1998) (25) Bare Root Plants
Common Name: Daylily
‘Marque Moon’ sets the new standard for white daylilies as its form is greatly improved. Extravagant ruffling unlike any other lends a fancy, elegant look to the blossoms. The large 5-5½", fragrant, cream colored blossoms have a yellow throat that radiates softly out onto the petals. This yellow coloring is repeated on the picotee edge around each rounded petal. On cloudy days, you can detect a hint of peach color in the flower, and on sunny days you can see the diamond dust sparkling on the petals.
This is a heavily budded daylily that can produce an incredible 40 buds per scape. It forms a compact clump of narrow, arching foliage topped with large flowers in midsummer.
- Late Midseason Bloomer.
- Fragrant flowers.
- Dormant foliage.
- Tetraploid with 44 chromosomes.
- Parentage: (Admiral's Braid x Enchanted April).
Height: 24 Inches
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: White shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer
Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Easy To Grow, Fragrant Flowers, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant
Hemerocallis 'Marque Moon' is an exquisite daylily cultivar that exudes elegance and charm with its large, ruffled flowers and captivating color pattern. It is a highly sought-after variety for its outstanding bloom performance and unique beauty. Here is a closer look at its key features:
Appearance:
- Creamy White Flowers with a Gold Edge: 'Marque Moon' produces large, 5-inch, fragrant flowers with creamy white petals and a soft yellow throat. The petals are extravagantly ruffled and have a distinctive gold picotee edge, creating a stunning visual effect.
- High Bud Count: This daylily is a prolific bloomer, producing up to 40 buds per scape (flower stalk). This ensures a long and abundant display of flowers.
- Elegant Form: The flowers have a refined and elegant form, with broad, rounded petals and a gentle recurve.
- Attractive Foliage: The foliage is a healthy green and forms a neat clump that complements the flowers beautifully.
Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It prefers full sun for optimal flowering but can tolerate some shade, especially in hot climates.
- Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils.
- Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, making it a versatile choice for many gardeners.
Care:
- Low Maintenance: 'Marque Moon' 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 and may encourage some additional blooms.
- Dividing: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Uses:
- Borders: Adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to borders and beds.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a stunning display when planted in groups.
- Containers: Can be grown in containers to add a touch of class to patios and balconies.
- Cut Flowers: The flowers are suitable for cutting and using in arrangements.
Additional Information:
- Mid to Late Season Bloomer: Blooms in mid to late summer, typically around July or August.
- Fragrant: The flowers have a light, pleasant fragrance.
- Tetraploid: 'Marque Moon' 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.
- Premium Daylily: It is considered a premium daylily due to its exceptional bloom performance, vibrant color, and hardiness.
If you are looking for a daylily with elegant, ruffled flowers, a captivating color pattern, and a long bloom time, Hemerocallis 'Marque Moon' is an excellent choice. It is a truly special and reliable addition to any garden.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
