Diamonds

BarbBarcikKeith

Diamonds

10×14 watercolor on Arches rough finish watercolor paper. Original available.

Daylilies comprise the small genus Hemerocallis of flowering plants in the family Hemerocallidaceae. They are not true lilies which are Lilium in Liliaceae. DescriptionThe name Hemerocallis comes from the Greek words ἡμέρα (hēmera) “day” and καλός (kalos) “beautiful”. The flowers of most species open at sunrise and wither at sunset, possibly replaced by another one on the same stem the next day. Some species are night-blooming. Daylilies are not commonly used as cut flowers for formal flower arranging, yet they make good cut flowers otherwise as new flowers continue to open on cut stems over several days.

Originally native from Europe to China, Korea, and Japan, their large showy flowers have made them popular worldwide. There are over 60,000 registered cultivars. Only a few cultivars are scented. Some cultivars rebloom later in the season, particularly if their developing seedpods are removed.

Daylilies occur as a clump including leaves, the crown, and the roots. The long, often linear lanceolate leaves are grouped into flat fans with leaves arching out to both sides. The crown of a daylily is the small white portion between the leaves and the roots, an essential part of the fan. Along the flower stem or scape, small leafy “proliferations” may form at nodes or in bracts. These proliferations form roots when planted and are the exact clones of the parent plant. Some daylilies show elongated widenings along the roots, made by the plant mostly for water storage and an indication of good health.

The flower consists of three petals and three sepals, collectively called tepals, each with a midrib in the same or in a contrasting color. The centermost section of the flower, called the throat, has usually a different and contrasting color. There are six stamens, each with a two-lobed anther. After pollination, the flower forms a pod.

Daylilies can be grown in USDA plant hardiness zones 1 through 11, making them some of the most adaptable landscape plants. Most of the cultivars have been developed within the last 100 years. The large-flowered clear yellow ‘Hyperion’, introduced in the 1920s, heralded a return to gardens of the once-dismissed daylily, and is still widely available. Daylily breeding has been a specialty in the United States, where their heat- and drought-resistance made them garden standbys during the later 20th century. New cultivars have sold for thousands of dollars, but sturdy and prolific introductions soon reach reasonable prices.

Tawny Daylily Hemerocallis fulva, and sweet-scented H. lilioasphodelus (H. flava is an illegitimate name), colloquially called Lemon Lily, were early imports from England to 17th century American gardens and soon established themselves. Tawny Daylily is so widely growing wild that it is often considered a native wildflower. It is called Roadside or Railroad Daylily, and gained the nickname Wash-house or Outhouse Lily because it was frequently planted at such buildings.

Hemerocallis is one of the most hybridized of all garden plants, with registrations of new hybrids being made in the thousands each year in the search for new traits. Hybridizers have extended the plant’s color range from the yellow, orange, and pale pink of the species, to vibrant reds, purples, lavenders, greenish tones, near-black, near-white, and more. However, a blue daylily is a milestone yet to be reached.

Other flower traits that hybridizers develop include height, scent, ruffled edges, contrasting “eyes” in the center of the bloom, and an illusion of glitter or “diamond dust.” Sought-after improvements in foliage include color, variegation, disease resistance, the ability to form large, neat clumps and being evergreen or semi-evergreen instead of herbaceous (also known as “dormant” — the foliage dies back during the winter.)

A recent trend in hybridizing is to focus on tetraploid plants, with thicker petal substance and sturdier stems. Until this trend took root, nearly all daylilies were diploid. “Tets,” as they are called by aficionados, have double the number of chromosomes as a diploid plant. Only one cultivar is known to be triploid, the brilliant orange ‘Kwanzo’ or ‘Kwanso,’ which cannot set seed and is reproduced solely by underground runners (stolons) and division. Usually referred to as a “double,” meaning producing flowers with double the usual number of petals (e.g., daylily ‘Double Grapette’), ‘Kwanzo’ actually produces triple the usual number of petals. (information from Wikipedia)

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Diamonds by BarbBarcikKeith
Diamonds by BarbBarcikKeith
  • cherylc1

    cherylc1

    gorgeous

  • jesika

    jesika

    When the gods gave out talent, they certainly smiled on you, Barb.
    beautiful.
    j

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    Thank you.. but do you know what’s great about this? With each piece completed.. I learn more and more.. and I’m really enjoying this journey!!

  • Jim Phillips

    Jim Phillips

    This is fantastic! Beautifully done.

  • pat oubridge

    pat oubridge

    Absolutely beautiful Barb….....

  • Al Bourassa

    Al Bourassa

    Your work is just incredible!

  • firstglance

    firstglance

    this is just beautiful well done!!!!

  • ktowers

    ktowers

    fantastic!

  • Brian Towers

    Brian Towers

    How can this kind of work still be ‘available’ when buyers should be lining up at your door?
    An absolutly astounding piece of art Barbara – and so much info’ to go with it.

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    Thanks.. but the info comes from Wikipedia.. thought that instead of a blank spot, information would be nice..

  • Kathy Kuzma

    Kathy Kuzma

    Gorgeous! Your work is amazing.

  • Jan Piller

    Jan Piller

    Beautiful beautiful work!

  • JoanIreland1970

    JoanIreland1970

    awesome job!

  • Kim Oliver

    Kim Oliver

    stunningly beautiful.

  • Tahnja

    Tahnja

    goodness. LOVE the drops of water, wow

  • Brenda Thour

    Brenda Thour

    Another beauty.

  • Joanne  Bradley

    Joanne Bradley

    Gorgeous! Excellent work: from the colors, lighting, shadows, angle. Just excellent!

  • frozenfa

    frozenfa

    gosh… the details.. the shading of each water droplets.. amazing!! 8D

  • Marion  Cullen

    Marion Cullen

    Exquisite work, so finely detailed. A seriously beautiful art work.

  • Marinella  Owens

    Marinella Owens

    very beautiful!!!!

  • John R.P. Nyaid

    John R.P. Nyaid

    a water-color marvel, with those beads of moisture especially so.

  • Diana Maus

    Diana Maus

    I’ve loved a lot of flower paintings and this is one that really draws me in. That little burst of color!

  • shanmclean

    shanmclean

    Just incredible… so jealous! :)

  • David Roman

    David Roman

    Great ! Very nicely done!

  • Glenda  Remaklus

    Glenda Remaklus

    Gorgeous lily….........love the coloring and waterdrops. superb!

  • Terry Krysak

    Terry Krysak

    Absolutely Fabulous Work!!!!!
    No less than perfection, you have a great talent.

  • aila

    aila

    Fantastic watercolour!Beautiful.

  • Ffion Rees

    Ffion Rees

    Amazing!

  • Laura Barber-Riley

    Laura Barber-R...

    The drops of water are just beautiful!

  • Susan Moss

    Susan Moss

    Beautiful work in watercolour

  • Carolyn Bishop

    Carolyn Bishop

    Absolutely awesome painting … right down to the finest detail! Wow!

  • salhunter

    salhunter

    Wonderful!

  • Estelle O'Brien

    Estelle O'Brien

    This is truly an awesome painting…what skill and talent you have! Superb.

  • Carole Russell

    Carole Russell

    Stunning work, the dew drops are just captivating – what a great talent you have

  • Lora Garcelon

    Lora Garcelon

    This is amazing! The detail is wonderful – I’ll be studying this one a lot in the future.

  • Denise Martin

    Denise Martin

    This is truly beautiful, Barb – an inspiration!
    Denise

  • ANNETTE HAGGER

    ANNETTE HAGGER

    BEAUTFIUL, excellent work

  • Peter Zentjens

    Peter Zentjens

    What some people can do with watercolour is truly amazing….

  • Claudia Hansen

    Claudia Hansen

    Excellent!!! Just excellent!!!!!

  • Brian Cody

    Brian Cody

    Beautiful work.

  • Susan Moss

    Susan Moss

    Absolutely beautiful work

  • BarbBarcikKeith

    BarbBarcikKeith

    Thank you all!!

  • Stzar

    Stzar

    stunning art ~ incredibly beautiful ~ i hope you will submit this magnificent work in my new group Dimensions. it is fantastic

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    wow.. thanks.. I will check your group out ..

  • Nathan Walraven

    Nathan Walraven

    Wow, exceptional picture, I love the details on the water beads and the centre of the flower. Beautiful capture!

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    You do realize that this is a piece of art.. and not a photograph

  • Nathan Walraven

    Nathan Walraven

    Lol, yes of course its a piece of artwork. Its just very well done, you captured the essence very well. The details are superb! Great job!

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    Wasn’t trying to be a smarty.. just wanted to make sure you knew..

  • john cole

    john cole

    this is just so fantabulous, thank you for sharing. John

  • Nathan Walraven

    Nathan Walraven

    Oh I know that, no I was just trying to say I really like it:) You have a great deal of talent!!! Its beautiful!

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    Why thank you!!!!

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    Fabulous commentary, I very much enjoy the wonderful wealth of information you provided on these beautiful flowers. This is an exquisite painting, your use of light and soft subtle colours are most excellent, it is very beautiful!! Congratulations on your wonderful feature today in the Dimensions group. I wish you a sparkling day! Sharon

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    It is a beautiful greeting card!

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    And it looks fantastic matted and framed!!

  • Stzar

    Stzar

  • BarbBarcikKeith replied

    wow.. thank you so much..

  • Miraart

    Miraart

    Fantastic work!

  • skyhorse

    skyhorse

    barb, that is absolutely incredible – instant fav

  • Cariad

    Cariad

    Simply succulent!! ♥ Wonderful light and depth ♥

  • Bernadette Burke

    Bernadette Burke

    this is absolutely beautiful . great work

  • Debbie Schiff

    Debbie Schiff

    This is incredible Barb…... I think you are just so very talented!!!!

  • elajanus

    elajanus

    this is what I can look at forever.. you are very talented

  • Shirley Roma  Charlton

    Shirley Roma ...

    I find that flowers are the hardest to paint this is great www.shirleycharlton.com

  • Natasha van Dyk

    Natasha van Dyk

    Your work is breathtaking! well done!!!

  • Erika .

    Erika .

    Wow, this is watercolor?! I thought it was acrylics or oils! This is amazing! you’re so talented!

  • Sandy Woolard

    Sandy Woolard

    Beautiful work…Congrats on being featured on the home page!!!!!

  • Joanne  Bradley

    Joanne Bradley

    Exceptional! Congrats on the homepage feature!

  • David G. Fredrickson

    David G. Fredr...

    WOW I wish I could do a photograph as well… Talented painter you are… Dave

  • Iris Greenwell

    Iris Greenwell

    beautiful work!

  • Roseann

    Roseann

    That is stunning. Congrats on the features and the front page.

  • Memaa

    Memaa

    Congrats! What an honor! This shot surely deserves it. Fantastic work!

  • June Ferrol

    June Ferrol

    Wonderful details and such beauty…congrats on your feature.

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    what a magnificent, magnificent creation!!!!!! Gorgeous!!!!! Congratulations on your Home Page Feature!!!!! A wonderful honor for a fabulous image!!!!

  • Cheryl  Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde

    Incredible work! Congrats on the home page feature!

  • Pat Yager

    Pat Yager

    Simply fabulous, Barb! You have incredible talent, my friend!

  • Maryann3

    Maryann3

    Amazing eye: very lovely.

  • GittiArt

    GittiArt

    Fantastic work….love it a lot !!! Bravo !!!

  • Hena Tayeb

    Hena Tayeb

    lovely. congrats on making the homepage

  • jenndes

    jenndes

    Absolutely stunning & so realistic – also love the info about Daylilies – a real treat for a gardener like me.

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    brilliant

  • shanghaiwu

    shanghaiwu

    BRILLIANT to see this stunning art on the REDBUBBLE HOMEPAGE

  • Jan Bickerton

    Jan Bickerton

    Saw this stunning work on the home page and read your journal entries. Hope your treatment is progressing well and that you are a little stronger every day.

  • AnnDixon

    AnnDixon

    This is so beautiful,

  • LindaR

    LindaR

    truly spectacular art ~ wonderful light and detail ~ so glad to have seen on the homepage to have me come here to take a closer look ~ such talent! xx

  • valzart

    valzart

    wooOOT! LOL! Congratz on your ‘HOMEPAGE’ feature

  • IngridSonja

    IngridSonja

    What a stunningly talented artist you are! Glad I found you on the home page!

  • Tenee Attoh

    Tenee Attoh

    Its beautiful with stunning texture and effective water drops, spectacular job, Congrat’s with Homepage :)

  • Donna M. Condida

    Donna M. Condida

    Absolutely beautiful!!! Love, love, love it!!

  • PPPhotoArt

    PPPhotoArt

    diamonds indeed, absolutely outstanding and gorgeous work, congrats on homepage!!!!!!!!!!

  • Diane  Swarts

    Diane Swarts

    outstanding, congrats on homepage ;-)

  • hannahelizabeth

    hannahelizabeth

    wow what a brilliant painting

  • dvande1

    dvande1

    Absolutely stunning Barb. Congrats on the home page!

  • ViktoryiaN

    ViktoryiaN

    I absolutely LOVE it! What a fantastic artwork!

  • Debbie Meyers

    Debbie Meyers

    This is pretty with the slight tip of range, I love it.

  • ninayak

    ninayak

    That is an amazing piece of art. Lovely work

  • Mae Pilon

    Mae Pilon

    Barb, This one gives me “goose-bumps”...and inspiration to pick up my brush again….Thank you….Mae

  • gerardo segismundo

    gerardo segism...

    unreal! stupefying!

  • LeilaniMelayna

    LeilaniMelayna

    Great work & Perfect title …...extraordinary & unique!

    Smiles Leilani

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  • DalunE Khoang

    DalunE Khoang

    Amazingly beautiful.So realistic.especially with watercolors.An extreme and lovely delight to look at.Great work.Congratulations also on the homepage.

    Dalune

  • saleire

    saleire

    So beautiful….love the textures and the drops of water. Well done!!

  • trueblvr

    trueblvr

    Totally OUTstanding.

  • Ginny York

    Ginny York

    Gorgeous work Barb!! Congrats on all the features and a big congrats for the Front Page!!! Wooo Hoooo!! You so deserve it!

  • Macky

    Macky

    Congrats Barb, what took them sooooo long!! :-)

    Well deserved dear friend!!

  • Helen Chierego

    Helen Chierego

    Exquisite!

  • CapturedByKylie

    CapturedByKylie

    Congratulations on having your painting featured on Red Bubble’s Home Page. July 27th/28th 2009.

  • nikkidahl

    nikkidahl

    Gorgeous!

  • Peter  Lessey

    Peter Lessey

    Fabulous work.

  • Ivana Redwine

    Ivana Redwine

    This is just beautiful!

  • Sanne Thijs
  • Brandie1

    Brandie1

    Great work of art.

  • Suzanne Chouinard

    Suzanne Chouinard

    Amazing watercolor painting. Great technique.

  • TeAnne

    TeAnne 26 days ago

    All gorgeous paintings

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