Daylily Strawberry Candy

Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are eye-catching perennials known for their exotic, trumpet-shaped blooms that resemble lilies. The name Hemerocallis comes from the Greek for "beautiful for a day," reflecting the fact that each individual flower lasts for less than 24 hours. However, the plants produce a continuous succession of blooms, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display throughout summer and into autumn.

Hemerocallis ‘Strawberry Candy’ is a standout daylily with romantic colouring and award-winning performance. Its ruffled, soft pink petals are accented by a deep rose-red eyezone and a glowing yellow-green throat, creating a striking, candy-like contrast. Blooming in mid to late summer, each flower lasts just a day—but a succession of buds ensures a lasting show over several weeks.

This robust, clump-forming perennial features attractive, arching green foliage and performs reliably in a wide range of conditions. Easy to grow and low maintenance, ‘Strawberry Candy’ is perfect for borders, cottage-style gardens, or mixed beds. It also attracts pollinators, adding movement and life to the summer garden.

Site: Sheltered, borders, cottage gardens, mixed beds
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Season of interest: Mid to late summer (flowering)
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 60–70 cm (24–28 in) Spread: 45–60 cm (18–24 in)