Daylily - Strawberry Candy
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting summer color.
Discover the 'Strawberry Candy' Daylily, a low-maintenance perennial that brightens gardens from early to mid-summer. This award-winning variety features beautiful strawberry-pink petals with rich rose eyezones and darker edges, all centered around a striking green throat. Known for its rare true pink color and abundant buds, it offers an extended blooming period. It thrives in full sun and prefers moderate to low watering, making it an ideal, easy-to-grow choice for zones 3-9, perfect for beds, borders, or containers.
$17.47
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
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#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-26%
Below average
Height
2430
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Novice gardeners seeking resilient plants for diverse climates
- Gardeners wanting long-lasting, fragrant seasonal color
- Landscapers needing sturdy plants that withstand harsh weather
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who dislike daily garden chores
- Gardeners in humid climates wanting disease-resistant varieties
- Busy homeowners preferring low-maintenance, permanent plantings
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
High bud count ensures a vibrant display throughout the summer season.
Maintenance Ease
A resilient perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from the gardener.
Visual Impact
Striking pink petals and green throat create a standout garden focal.
Environmental Adaptability
Wide hardiness range makes this variety versatile for diverse climate zones.
Drought Tolerance
Established roots handle dry spells well, reducing the need for irrigation.
Pollinator Attraction
Natural design effectively draws beneficial insects to your outdoor space.
Key Specs
Height
24-30 inches
Spread
24 inches
Spacing
18-24 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water
Moderate to Low
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Life Cycle
Perennial
Soil Type
Well-Drained
Features
- Award-winning Stout Silver Medal winner
- High bud count for extended bloom
- Rare true pink Daylily variety
- Low maintenance perennial
- Suitable for beds, borders, or containers
- Striking green throat detail
- Attracts pollinators
- Drought tolerant once established
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the 'Strawberry Candy' daylily for its exceptional visual appeal and reliable performance. Reviewers consistently note the striking strawberry pink petals and deep red eye zone, often finding the blooms even more vibrant than pictured. A major point of satisfaction is the quality of the bare roots received; plants are reported as large, healthy, and establishing quickly. This cultivar is celebrated for its robust nature and dependable blooming habit, frequently providing multiple flower flushes across the season. The consensus confirms this daylily is a high-performing, low-maintenance addition that delivers outstanding, reliable color, making it a highly recommended choice for gardeners seeking dependable summer impact.
Know before you buy
This variety is known for its high bud count, which allows it to provide an extended blooming period throughout early to mid-summer.
Yes, these daylilies are well-suited for containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and is large enough to accommodate a mature spread of 24 inches.
For the best performance and color, plant your daylilies in a location that receives full sun. While they are adaptable, they require plenty of light to produce their signature strawberry-pink blooms.
They are considered very easy to grow. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and require only moderate to low watering, making them a reliable choice for most garden beds and borders.
The Strawberry Candy Daylily is hardy in zones 3 through 9. As a perennial, it is designed to return each year, provided it is planted in well-drained soil within these recommended zones.
For optimal growth and air circulation, space your daylily roots 18 to 24 inches apart. This gives each plant enough room to reach its mature spread of 24 inches.
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