Cranberry Baby Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Cranberry Baby') | Dwarf Reblooming Daylily

Cranberry Baby Daylily

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Cranberry Baby Daylily

Hemerocallis ‘Cranberry Baby’

A charming, dwarf reblooming daylily with rich cranberry-red flowers and bright yellow throats, perfect for small gardens and containers.

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Hemerocallis 'Cranberry Baby' is a charming, dwarf reblooming daylily prized for its profusion of small, rich cranberry-red flowers with contrasting yellow throats. This compact, deciduous perennial forms a tidy clump of strap-like, bright green, grassy foliage that remains attractive throughout the growing season. From early to mid-summer, and again later in the season, it produces an abundance of slender, smooth scapes (flower stems) bearing 2-3 inch wide, lily-shaped blooms in a deep, velvety cranberry-red to wine-red hue with a bright, golden-yellow throat, creating a colorful, long-lasting display that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Exceptionally easy to grow, adaptable to a wide range of conditions, drought-tolerant once established, and deer resistant, it is an outstanding choice for borders, rock gardens, containers, mass plantings, and as a colorful edging plant.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Foliage & Flowers: Deciduous, strap-like, bright green, grassy leaves forming a compact clump; smooth scapes with small (2-3 inches), lily-shaped, rich cranberry-red flowers with bright golden-yellow throats, blooming in early to mid-summer and reblooming later in the season .
Mature Height: 10-12 inches (foliage and scapes)
Mature Spread: 10-12 inches (clumping)
Growth Rate: Moderate
Hardiness Zones: USDA 3-10 ; Sunset 1-24, H1, H2
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in full sun)
Core Benefits: Dwarf compact size, reblooming (early summer + later season), rich cranberry-red flowers with yellow throats, drought tolerant, deer resistant, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Best Uses: Borders, rock gardens, containers, mass plantings, edging, pollinator gardens, small gardens.

Q: How large does Cranberry Baby Daylily get?
A: It is a true dwarf, forming a compact clump, typically reaching 10-12 inches in both height and spread.

Q: Does it rebloom?
A: Yes, it is a reblooming daylily, producing flowers in early to mid-summer and again later in the season, providing months of color.

Q: How much sun does it need for the best flowering?
A: For the most abundant flowers, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily). It will tolerate partial shade but will flower less.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once established, daylilies are drought tolerant. Water regularly during their first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed. They thrive in well-drained soils.

Q: Is it deer resistant?
A: Yes, daylilies are generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

Q: Does it attract hummingbirds?
A: Yes, the tubular, nectar-rich flowers are attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators.