Killer daylily

Hemerocallis 'Killer'

PerennialAsphodelaceae

RHS AGM 2012

Killer daylily
Drought tolerantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring, summer

Garden uses

BorderPollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Killer' daylily (Hemerocallis 'Killer') is a perennial for borders and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average soil. It is drought tolerant and salt tolerant, and the flowers are fragrant. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit it. It blooms in early to late summer.

Pairs well with Empress Wu hosta, Bowl of Beauty peony, and Nodding onion.