Hemerocallis 'Black Friar'

Also Known As

Black Friar Daylily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 38"-40"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Hemerocallis 'Black Friar' plant details

Hemerocallis 'Black Friar' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer burgundy and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hemerocallis 'Black Friar'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae, xanthorrhoeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 38 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hemerocallis 'Black Friar'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With its velvety, wine-dark petals, chartreuse throat, and graceful, lily-like form, 'Black Friar' is one of the best of the mid-century "black" daylilies. Tall and vigorous, it was bred by the first woman to win the AHS's top award for hybridizing, "Sun-Proof" Mary Lester of Georgia.