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Hemerocallis fulva Flore Pleno - Daylily

Hemerocallis fulva Flore Pleno
Orange Day-Lily, Tawny Daylily, Tiger Daylily

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This vigorous double form of the tawny daylily distinguishes itself in summer with its large, full flowers, a flamboyant orange crossed with almost red veins, and its very broad foliage, a beautiful slightly bluish green. This superb deciduous perennial will thrive in the sun and give its best in fertile and moist soil; however, it will also tolerate shade, where it will be one of the few to bloom once established.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
90 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

The Hemerocallis fulva 'Flore Pleno', which bears the striking name of Fulvous Daylily, is a superb perennial plant that is easy to grow and can withstand most of our soils and climates. This plant has big, flamboyant double flowers and wider foliage that's a pretty bluish-green. It looks amazing every year and will keep doing so if you give it good, deep soil and water it during dry summers. Once the plant is established, it will bloom even in the shade. It's strong and sturdy and will be one of the few plants that can do this.

The Fulvous Daylily Flore Pleno is a perennial plant with fleshy roots and deciduous foliage belonging to the family of Hemerocallidaceae (or Xanthorrhoeaceae). It comes from Hemerocallis fulva, known as the red lily, a botanical species native to central Europe and the Caucasus and naturalised from the centre and southwest of France to Provence. In nature, it is found on the banks of rivers and ditches or in moist woods. Often confused with the 'Kwanzo' form, this daylily, known for a long time (before 1860), is perhaps slightly polymorphous or not very stable in culture. The controversy that agitates the world of enthusiasts leaves this plant indifferent, as it quickly forms a dense clump, reaching, depending on the growing conditions, 80 cm (32in) to 1.20 m (4ft) in height when flowering. The foliage consists of ribbon-like leaves, sometimes reaching 5cm (2in) in width, of a fairly dark green with bluish reflections. Flowering takes place in July-August. The double flowers, in a mix of orange and ochre, are marked by a carmine eye surrounding a yellow throat and crossed by almost red veins. They are 15cm (6in) wide, slightly ruffled, and form a fool's cap. Depending on the flowers, each flower has 12 to 18 slender petals and a variable number of aborted stamens. These ephemeral flowers only live for one day but are continuously renewed on sturdy stems with a few reduced leaves in the form of scales. The foliage disappears in winter.

The Hemerocallis fulva 'Flore Pleno' forms grandiose clusters when planted in groups, especially since its growth is rapid. It is best placed at the back of the cluster as its superb foliage disappears in winter, leaving a yellow and tangled carpet on the ground. It is very beautiful with the blue or mauve flowers of Malva sylvestris, delphiniums, anchusa, or large perennial geraniums (Geranium magnificum, G.psilostemon). Very easy to grow, it succeeds both in partial shade (in hot and sunny climates) and in full sun. The daylily is often described as "the perfect perennial plant"  and is known for its beautiful, vibrant colours and ability to grow well in any environment. It can be easily paired with other perennials to create a stunning display. The flowers of the daylily are highly valued for cooking and can be used to make delicious fritters.

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Hemerocallis fulva Flore Pleno - Daylily (Flowering) Flowering

Flowering

Flower colour orange
Flowering time July to August
Inflorescence Spike
Flower size 8 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 90 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Hemerocallis

Species

fulva

Cultivar

Flore Pleno

Family

Hemerocallidaceae

Other common names

Orange Day-Lily, Tawny Daylily, Tiger Daylily

Origin

Caucasus

Product reference829581

Planting and care

Plant Hemerocallis fulva 'Flore Pleno' in cool or even slightly damp, deep, well-turned soil, in sun or part-shade. It does well in drier soil, where it will be less opulent and less floriferous, and tolerates limestone very well. Plant young daylilies about 30 cm apart, as it is the mass effect that makes them so beautiful. Mulch the soil to keep it cool and limit weed growth. This is a good way of protecting them from slugs and snails which can be fatal. Be sure to place slug and snail prevention around the edges of your plants. In warm climates, water daylilies regularly to support their flowering. Remove the foliage in winter.

 

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Planting period

Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Back of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Deep, fertile, well-tilled.

Care

Pruning instructions Remove spent flowers and cut back dried flower stems after flowering. Also remove any old leaves before the end of winter.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March, June to July
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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