Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Hemerocallis 'Flasher'
Flasher Daylily
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Height
- 2-3 feet tall
- Width
- 1-2 feet wide
- Flower color
- Deep orange-brown with orange throat and midrib
- Foliage color
- Green, slender, grass-like leaves
- Bloom time
- Early to mid-summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers and trim back foliage after bloom season
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 3-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
About this plant
Hemerocallis 'Flasher' features deep orange-brown blooms infused with coral undertones, creating a warm and inviting display in the garden. The vibrant flowers are further highlighted by a lighter orange throat and midrib, adding a bright focal point to each blossom. Bred for both beauty and resilience, 'Flasher' is a favorite among daylily enthusiasts for its rich coloration and dependable performance.
Blooming from early to mid-summer, 'Flasher' produces a profusion of flowers that attract pollinators, enhancing the lively atmosphere of the garden. Its bold color complements a variety of plants, making it an excellent choice for mixed borders or perennial beds. This cultivar's cheerful appearance and prolific blooms ensure it remains a captivating addition, bringing warmth and color to seasonal plantings.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. It takes sun or light shade, which makes it useful along the changing light of a bed edge or a partly shaded border.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
