Hemerocallis Purple De Oro - Grasshopper Gardens

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Purple De Oro Daylily

Adaptable Clumping Habit
Extended Summer Color
Rich Purple Blooms

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Purple De Oro Daylily

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Purple De Oro Daylily

Purple De Oro Daylily is a compact, clump-forming perennial featuring rich purple flowers above arching, grasslike green foliage. Its vibrant summer color and adaptable nature make it a versatile choice for sunny borders, foundation beds, walkways, slopes, and colorful mass plantings.

Why choose Purple De Oro Daylily?

Choose Purple De Oro Daylily for its distinctive purple summer flowers, tidy foliage, and dependable garden performance. Numerous buds develop on upright flower stems, opening one after another to extend the seasonal display. The graceful foliage creates a substantial clump that complements flowering shrubs, ornamental grasses, and other perennials. Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils, this daylily works beautifully as a border accent, repeated edging plant, or colorful groundcover on sunny slopes.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Purple De Oro’
Common Name: Purple De Oro Daylily
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Habit: Compact, upright, clump-forming, with arching foliage

Purple De Oro Daylily Additional Information

Purple De Oro Daylily produces funnel-shaped purple flowers on upright stems held above a mound of narrow, arching green leaves. Individual blossoms remain open for approximately one day, but established plants carry multiple buds that open in succession for a longer overall display. Flowering is strongest in a bright, sunny location, although some afternoon shade can help preserve flower color during especially hot weather.

The foliage is deciduous in colder climates, declining after repeated freezes and returning from the crown in spring. Flower stems may be removed after blooming to keep the planting tidy, while healthy leaves should remain until they naturally yellow. Established clumps can be divided in spring or after flowering when they become crowded or produce fewer blooms. Purple De Oro Daylily is effective along walkways, in mixed perennial beds, around foundations, on slopes, and in repeated groups. Its flowers can also attract butterflies and hummingbirds during the summer season.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Select a site with full sun to light afternoon shade and well-drained soil. Position the crown approximately 1 inch below the soil surface, spread the roots outward, and space plants about 18 to 24 inches apart.

2. Watering: Water deeply and consistently during the first growing season. Established plants tolerate occasional dry periods, but supplemental moisture during prolonged heat or drought supports healthy foliage, bud development, and continued flowering.

3. Mulching: Apply 2 to 3 inches of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and reduce weed competition. Keep mulch slightly away from the crown to allow fresh shoots to emerge freely.

4. Pruning: Remove faded flower stems when blooming finishes. Allow the foliage to remain until it yellows naturally, then trim away weathered growth in late fall or early spring before new leaves appear.

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FAQs

When does Purple De Oro Daylily bloom?
Purple De Oro Daylily flowers during the summer. Each blossom lasts about one day, while numerous buds open in succession to provide a longer overall period of color.
How much sunlight does Purple De Oro Daylily need?
It blooms most abundantly with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Light afternoon shade can be beneficial in particularly hot locations and may help the purple flowers retain their color.
How much sunlight does Purple De Oro Daylily need?
It is an herbaceous perennial and generally becomes dormant after freezing weather in colder climates. The foliage declines naturally, and fresh leaves emerge from the established crown in spring.

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Flowering
Seasonal
Lush Foliage

Mature Height	Small: Up to 2 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Hemerocallis ‘Rosy Returns’
Bloom Time	Early Summer
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Family	Asphodelaceae
Flower Color	Blue/Purple
Deer Resistant	Usually
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#1 Container

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Growing Zones 3-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

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