Overview
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, mass planting and containers.
About
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' (Crimson Pirate Daylily) is a perennial cultivar within the genus Hemerocallis, known commonly as daylilies. These plants thrive in well-drained, moist soils and prefer full sun to partial shade. 'Crimson Pirate' features a slight fragrance and is suitable for use in borders, mass plantings, or containers. Like other daylilies, it benefits from the removal of spent flower stalks to promote further blooming and requires cutting back of foliage in late autumn. Propagation is typically by division.
About the genus
A daylily, day lily or ditch-lily is a flowering plant in the genus Hemerocallis, a member of the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae, native to Asia. Despite the common name, it is not taxonomically classified in the lily genus. Gardening enthusiasts and horticulturists have long bred Hemerocallis species for their attractive flowers; a select few species of the genus have edible petals, while some are extremely toxic.
Wikipedia contributors, "Daylily", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Daylily
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hemerocallis
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, mass planting, containers
- Fragrance
- slight fragrance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade; drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming; cut back foliage in late fall.
- Propagation
- division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Hemerocallis gall midge, Glasshouse red spider mite, Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Fungal leaf spot, Rust diseases, Bacterial leaf and stem rot
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'?
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' need?
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'?
Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming; cut back foliage in late fall.
Is Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Hemerocallis 'Crimson Pirate'?
Division.
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