Daylily 'Ruffled Ruby': Rudolph's 1981 Classic

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Ruffled Ruby' was hybridized by Rudolph and registered in 1981. It is a classic example of the ruffled, red daylilies that became popular in that era.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Hemerocallidaceae
• Genus: Hemerocallis
• Cultivar: Ruffled Ruby
• Hybridizer: Rudolph
• Registration Year: 1981

Description

This cultivar produces 5–6 inch flowers in a rich, velvety ruby-red with a slightly darker eye and heavily ruffled, pie-crust margins. The color is sunfast and does not fade easily. Scapes are strong and well-branched, carrying a good bud count. Height is typically 24–28 inches.

Garden Value

A reliable, long-lived perennial for the midseason border. The intense red color provides a strong focal point. Pair with silver-foliaged plants like artemisia or lamb's ears for contrast.