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Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed'

Also Known As

  • Mary Reed Daylily

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-30"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed' plant details

Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae, xanthorrhoeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 30 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This classy daylily has beautiful soft, pinky-purple flowers with interesting white mid-ribs. These two-tone flowers are a treat over a long mid-summer season on 24" stems. The blossoms with their neat striped effect are a nice change from the usual. S/M

Gardening facts about Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed' plant

How to Grow Hemerocallis 'Mary Reed'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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