Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' Rhizomes
Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' Rhizomes
Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' is a striking bicolour daylily known for its bold red and yellow flowers.
The large blooms appear in summer above clumps of arching green foliage, adding strong colour and contrast to garden borders.
- Height: up to 60cm
- Spread: 50–60cm
- Flower size: about 11cm across
- Flower colour: red and creamy yellow bicolour
- Flowering time: summer
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
About Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals'
Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' forms tidy clumps of long strap-like green leaves.
During summer, sturdy stems carry large bicolour flowers.
The upper petals display rich rust-red tones while the lower petals are creamy yellow to orange.
Bold creamy midribs run along the petals, creating a strong contrast within each flower.
Like other daylilies, each bloom lasts for a single day, but numerous buds ensure an extended flowering period.
Common name:
- Daylily 'Frans Hals'
Benefits for UK Wildlife
Hemerocallis flowers support pollinating insects.
- Flowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Provides nectar during summer
- Adds diversity to wildlife-friendly borders
Plant with other summer flowering perennials to encourage pollinators.
Where to Grow Daylily 'Frans Hals'
- Sunny garden borders
- Mixed perennial beds
- Cottage garden planting
- Patio containers
- Wildlife-friendly gardens
The vibrant colours make this variety a strong feature in summer planting schemes.
Planting Tips
- Plant rhizomes in spring or autumn.
- Choose a sunny or lightly shaded location.
- Plant with the crown just at soil level.
- Space plants around 50–60cm apart.
- Water regularly while plants establish.
Divide mature clumps every few years to maintain healthy growth and flowering.
Why Grow Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals'
- Striking red and yellow bicolour flowers
- Large summer blooms
- Reliable clump-forming perennial
- Excellent plant for borders
- Supports pollinating insects
If you want bold colour in summer borders, Hemerocallis 'Frans Hals' offers vibrant bicolour flowers and dependable garden performance.