Daylily 'Galaxy Explosion'

Daylily ‘Galaxy Explosion’ (Hemerocallis sp.)

Daylily ‘Galaxy Explosion’ (Hemerocallis sp.) is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen perennial prized for its dramatic summer display. This striking cultivar produces rich brownish-purple to maroon flowers with a subtle yellow throat, creating strong contrast in borders, mass plantings, and containers. Although each flower lasts only one day, well-established plants flower continuously throughout summer, delivering long-lasting colour with minimal maintenance. Ideal for South African gardens, this daylily performs best in full sun to semi-shade and is tolerant of short dry periods once established.

Daylilies are an excellent garden choice thanks to their toughness, versatility, and reliable performance. They’re low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and thrive in a wide range of conditions, making them ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Their neat, grassy foliage looks good year-round, while masses of vibrant blooms appear over a long flowering season. Daylilies work beautifully in borders, mass plantings, and erosion-control areas, delivering colour and structure with very little effort.

Daylily Classification – Galaxy Explosion:

• Flower Color: Brownish Purple / Maroon

• Throat Color: Yellow (subtle)

• Flower Type: Standard Daylily

• Growth Habit: Vigorous, medium to tall bloomers

• Foliage: Evergreen

• Sun/Shade: Full sun to partial shade; flowers best in bright sunlight

• Watering: Medium; enjoys regular watering but can tolerate short periods of drought

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soils

• Hardiness: Hardy perennial suitable for South African climates

• Use: Perfect for borders, mass planting, containers, patios, and cut flowers

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Hemerocallis sp.

• Common Name: Daylily

• Cultivar: Galaxy Explosion

• Origin: Asia

• Flower Colour: Brownish purple / maroon with yellow throat

• Flowering Time: Summer

• Height: ±70cm

• Spread: ±50cm

• Growth Habit: Evergreen, perennial

Care & Planting Tips:

• Planting Position: Full sun – semi shade (best flowering in bright sun)

• Water Requirements: Medium; enjoys regular watering, drought tolerant once established

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Hardiness: Hardy

• Uses: Borders, mass planting, containers, patios, cut flowers

Available Sizes:

• 4L