Red Heifer

Description

Red Heifer (Korth-P., – Korth-L.; 2026)

27”, 7”, M, Dor., 4 branches, 19 buds, Diploid

(Martha Edson Norris x seedling) x Cow of Bashan

Red Heifer is a deep red self with green throat.  The color is unique and our garden visitors have commented on the fascinating color of Red Heifer.  The dark red contains no orange or burgundy colors.

In addition to the striking color, the flower size is 7 inches so the flowers are hard to miss.  The flowers are typically without blemish and open easily so each one is enjoyable in the garden.

The genetics of this flower are also fascinating.  Martha Edson Norris is in the background of both parents.  While the large size and flat form from Martha Edson Norris is evident in Red Heifer, the color is not evident from either parent.  There must be some red in the background but Red Heifer takes that color to a new level.   We have successfully used Red Heifer in hybridizing and good results are expected.

The name comes from the parent – Cow of Bashan.  We like to connect the names of the parent plant to the new introduction.  A red heifer is also in the Bible in Numbers 19 where a red heifer without blemish was to be sacrificed for the purification from sin.  While Red Heifer the daylily is typically without blemish, it does not need to be sacrificed, just grown and enjoyed.

We are selling Red Heifer as double fans.

Red Heifer

Red Heifer

Seedling 569-1 – Pinewood Rays of Hope x Red Heifer