Product Description
Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat And Tears' (25) Bare Root Plants
Proven Winners® RAINBOW RHYTHM® Collection
Common Name: Daylily
'Blood, Sweat and Tears' is aptly named to reference the years of hard work by renowned breeder Karol Emmerich to find a truly exceptional red daylily. Massive 6" raspberry red flowers are complemented by a wide rosy pink eye that leads to a yellow throat. A thin white margin edges each petal. Flowers are held on proportionate scapes, just above the foliage. There are no hardiness concerns with this red daylily as it was bred and selected in Minnesota.
Daylilies can survive many harsh conditions that other plants cannot including: polluted city environments, slopes, poor and dry soils, near pavement that is salted in winter, and under Black Walnut trees (not affected by juglone).
- Midseason Bloomer, blooming in July.
- Rebloomer, producing a second set of flowers.
- Fragrant flowers.
- Semi-Evergreen foliage.
- Tetraploid with 44 chromosomes.
Height: 28.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Red shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) to 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, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant, Focal Point
Ignite your garden with the fiery hues of Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat And Tears', a daylily cultivar that demands attention. This relatively new variety, hybridized by Karol Emmerich in Minnesota, is a testament to the breeder's dedication to developing an exceptional red daylily. Enjoy an extended bloom season with this reblooming variety, which produces a second set of flowers later in the season.
Despite its vibrant red color, this daylily is incredibly hardy, even in northern zones, having been bred in Minnesota. Here is a closer look at its key features:
- Flowers: Massive 6-inch raspberry red flowers with a wide rosy pink eye that leads to a yellow throat. A thin white margin edges each petal.
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen foliage.
- Bloom Time: Midseason bloomer, with the first flush of flowers appearing in July. Reblooms later in the season.
- Fragrance: Flowers have a pleasant fragrance.
- Hardiness: Hardy in zones 3-9.
- Size: Reaches a mature height of 28 inches with an 18-24 inch spread.
- Chromosomes: Tetraploid with 44 chromosomes, making it a bigger, stronger plant.
- Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Resistance: Rabbit resistant.
- Tolerance: Salt tolerant and drought tolerant.
- Environmental Tolerance: Can survive in polluted city environments, slopes, poor and dry soils, near pavement that is salted in winter, and under Black Walnut trees (not affected by juglone).
- Uses: Suitable for borders, landscapes, mass planting, rain gardens, and as a focal point.
Parentage While the exact parentage of 'Blood Sweat And Tears' remains undisclosed, it has proven to be a successful parent plant in the development of new daylily cultivars.
Growing and Caring for Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat And Tears' Daylily
Daylilies are some of the easiest perennials to grow and are a good choice for any gardener, from the beginner to the professional. They are tough, adaptable plants that will grow in any soil, from normal to slightly wet to dry. Older varieties are able to bloom if planted in partial shade, but most of the newer introductions need full sun for best performance. Likewise, older varieties tend to spread more rapidly than the newer hybrids. Here are some specific tips for growing and caring for this cultivar:
- Light: Plant in full sun for optimum flowering performance.
- Soil: It is adaptable to various soil types but performs best in well-drained soil with average moisture.
- Water: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering.
- Fertilizer: Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Companion Plants To create a truly captivating garden display, consider pairing 'Blood Sweat And Tears' with these companion plants:
- Agastache
- Monarda
- Salvia
- Schizachyrium
- Sedum
- Veronica
These plants offer a variety of colors, textures, and forms that will complement the bold red hues of 'Blood Sweat And Tears'.
Hemerocallis 'Blood Sweat And Tears' is more than just a daylily; it is a statement piece for the garden. Its name reflects the dedication required to achieve such a vibrant red in a hardy daylily. This cultivar's versatility shines through in its adaptability to various conditions and its suitability for a range of garden applications, from borders and mass plantings to rain gardens. With its captivating beauty and low-maintenance nature, 'Blood Sweat And Tears' is a rewarding choice for gardeners seeking a bold and long-lasting display of color.
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!
