Chicago Apache Daylily

Make each summer day start with a brilliant rush of red, by growing the Chicago Apache Daylily. The beautiful blooms have broad, recurving petals that are dense fire-red, with a small green throat and an attractive band of lighter red down the center of each petal. Blooming for weeks, thanks to the abundance of buds on each 2½ foot flowering stem, this classic variety has won awards for its beauty, and is adored for its big, 5-inch blooms and easy-care ways. Fabulous in any sunny spot in your beds, on slopes, in retaining walls and even in pots, this lovely plant is sure to please – and brighten your summer days. Don’t forget to slow down and savor its morning best on your way out to work – it will put a spring in your step.

• Broad petals of dense dark red with a green throat
• Highlight of any summer garden
• Open in the morning and fades by evening
• Abundant buds to extend the bloom period
• Loved by hummingbirds, and easy to grow

Plant the Chicago Apache Daylily in full sun for maximum blooming. It thrives in cold zones, but also in hot, southern ones. Plant in well-drained soil you have enriched with organic material – once established it is drought resistant, so good for drier areas of your garden. Normally not bothered by pests or diseases, simply cut out the flower stems once the last bud has opened, and trim back the foliage in late fall. New growth appears in spring.