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Hemerocallis RAINBOW RHYTHM® Ruby Spider

RAINBOW RHYTHM® Ruby Spider Daylily

RAINBOW RHYTHM® Ruby Spider Daylily

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Partial sun
  • Partial shade

Rusticity

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • July
  • August

  • Large flowers
  • Abundant flowers
  • Easy care
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

The Hemerocallis Rainbow Rhythm® 'Ruby Spider', a spectacular variety from the Proven Winners collection, is sure to turn heads. This daylily stands out with its huge ruby red flowers with elongated petals and lush green foliage, creating a breathtaking floral display.

Features:

  • Habit: Dense and upright clump, ideal for the middle or back of flower beds.
  • Flowers: Huge 22 cm (9") diameter ruby red, spider-shaped flowers with a bright golden yellow throat. Abundant flowering in early summer.
  • Foliage: Light green, sword-shaped foliage, forming a luxurious clump.
  • Mature size: 75 to 90 cm in height and 60 to 75 cm in width.
  • Hardiness: Zone 3, very resistant to Quebec's cold winters.
  • Sunlight: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil. It also tolerates clay soils.
  • Uses: This variety is perfect for flower beds, borders, rock gardens and large containers.

Growing tips:

  • Watering: Water regularly during the first year after planting, then only during dry periods.
  • Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring to promote flowering.
  • Dividing: Divide clumps every 3 to 4 years in spring or fall to maintain the plant's vigour.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
18 - 24 in.
Spread
18 - 24 in.
Height
30 - 34 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Bushy
  • Dense
  • Drooping

Flowering colours:

  • Red
  • Yellow

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Water regularly. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings

Maintenance:

  • Easy. Cut back daylilies to remove dead growth early in spring. Remove spent flowers throughout the growing season.

Soil requirement:

  • Rich, well-drained and aerated soil

Features

Resistance:

  • Drought
  • Rabbits

Attract:

  • Pollinators
  • Butterflies
  • Hummingbirds

Use:

  • Borders
  • Butterfly gardens
  • Small gardens
  • Flowerbeds

Attribute:

  • Fragrant

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