Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Siloam Grace Stamile')

Overview

Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ is a prized miniature daylily cultivar known for its intense, showy, and fragrant red flowers set against sharp green throats. This specific Daylily offers excellent color performance in a compact size, making it highly adaptable for various garden settings where space might be limited. As an herbaceous perennial, it provides reliable, colorful impact year after year with minimal fuss, embodying the celebrated toughness of the Daylily genus.

Gardeners appreciate the long bloom sequence achieved by deadheading spent flowers, keeping the display fresh through May and June. While the individual flower lasts only a day, the succession of blooms ensures lasting seasonal beauty in the landscape. Furthermore, the foliage of Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ remains attractive, offering good texture from spring until dormancy.

This dependable cultivar thrives in average, well-drained soil and is remarkably tolerant of heat, humidity, and common urban pollutants. Its resilience, combined with the striking red-on-green flower pattern, makes the Daylily, and specifically Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’, a staple for both mass plantings and detailed border work.

Fast Facts

• Plant Family: Asphodelaceae
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-9
• Size at Maturity:
  • Height: 1-1.5 ft
  • Spread: 1-1.5 ft
• Bloom Time: May to June
• Bloom Description: Red with green throat
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Water Needs: Medium
• Maintenance Level: Low

How to Grow

Planting should occur when the soil is workable, either in the spring or early fall, ensuring the crown sits just at or slightly above the soil line. Although Daylilies perform well in a wide range of soils, they thrive best in deep, fertile loams that are consistently moist but possess excellent drainage. Adequate sun exposure—full sun to part shade—is crucial for abundant flowering of Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’.

Ongoing care is refreshingly simple. Deadhead spent flowers daily for the neatest appearance, and remove the entire flower scape once blooming ceases. While plants tolerate heat well, deep watering during extended dry spells keeps the foliage looking lush, satisfying the medium water needs of this Daylily. Routine fertilization is usually unnecessary unless the soil quality is poor.

For optimal performance, plan to divide your clumps of Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ every three to four years, preferably in the spring, especially in colder regions like Zone 3. Remember that hybrid daylilies, like this cultivar, will not breed true from seed. If you are in a very warm area (Zone 9+), be mindful that winter dormant varieties require sufficient cold period for robust blooming.

Landscape Uses

Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ functions perfectly as an easy-to-grow component in perennial borders where its height of 1 to 1.5 feet provides mid-ground structure. Its low maintenance level ensures that borders remain tidy without constant intervention. Consider using this Daylily for edging pathways or planting in mass groupings to create sweeping blocks of vibrant red color throughout late spring and early summer.

Because this is a smaller, perhaps dwarf, cultivar, it makes an excellent candidate for rock gardens or along the front edge of mixed perennial beds where larger daylilies might overwhelm shorter companions. Its architectural, arching foliage provides year-round visual interest, contrasting nicely with fine-textured plants or bold, broad-leaved groundcovers.

Standout Features

Flower Qualities

• Showy
• Fragrant

Noteworthy Characteristics

Hemerocallis is a genus of about 15 species of herbaceous perennials commonly known as daylilies, originating from Asia and central Europe, with modern commercial plants being almost entirely complex hybrids. Each flower typically lasts only one day but is produced in succession over a long period, creating a sustained display from funnel-shaped blooms that feature six segments. Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ specifically is a miniature-flowered, diploid cultivar boasting intense red flowers (up to 2 inches) with deeper red haloes and green throats, blooming early to mid-season.

Tolerances

• Rabbit
• Erosion
• Air Pollution

Potential Problems

Daylilies are celebrated for being extremely adaptable and are generally quite pest-free. Potential occasional issues include minor infestations of mites, aphids, or thrips, which can usually be managed with insecticidal soap if necessary. In specific humid climates, Daylily rust can sometimes become problematic, requiring diligent monitoring and timely fungicide applications if widespread. Rabbits typically avoid consuming Daylilies, contributing to their low-maintenance appeal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardiness zones is Daylily suitable for?

Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 9.

How large does Daylily grow?

This cultivar typically reaches a height between 1 and 1.5 feet with a similar spread of 1 to 1.5 feet at maturity.

When does Daylily bloom?

The bloom time for Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ is generally from May to June, producing striking red flowers with green throats.

What sun exposure does Daylily need?

This Daylily performs best when situated in full sun to part shade locations.

Conclusion

Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ presents an outstanding combination of low maintenance, robust health, and vibrant color, making it an essential addition for gardeners seeking reliable performance. The fragrant, showy, red blooms cement this Daylily’s status as a landscape favorite. Before planting, confirm that your growing location aligns with USDA Zones 3-9 and that you can provide average moisture conditions for optimal results.

Companion Planting

When designing beds around your Daylilies, select companions that share similar cultural requirements for sun and moisture. Plants that offer contrasting textures, such as ornamental grasses or ferns placed in shadier areas nearby, enhance the presentation of the Hemerocallis foliage. Coral Bells (Heuchera) are excellent partners, as they often thrive in similar partially shaded conditions and provide beautiful complementary leaf colors near the foot of the Daylily clump.

Propagation Tips

The primary method for increasing your stock of Hemerocallis ‘Siloam Grace Stamile’ is through division of the root crown. This process should ideally be done every 3 to 4 years to prevent overcrowding, which can lead to diminished flower production. Divide plants in early spring or fall, ensuring that each new division retains several healthy roots and a growing point, allowing the Daylily to reestablish quickly in its new location. Remember that hybrid seeds will not reliably produce plants identical to the parent.