Hemerocallis altissima
Hemerocallis altisima is a little-known nocturnal daylily with tall flower spikes of fragrant, lemon yellow flowers.
Hemerocallis altisima is a little-known nocturnal daylily from the Purple Mountains in southwest China. It has 24 inch high strappy foliage topped with extremely tall stems up to four feet high bearing fragrant, lemon yellow flowers that open in the evening and close the following morning. Shall we call it a nightlily?Blooms from June through August. Deadhead to encourage more flowers. Easy care. Tolerates a wide range of soils. Plant in garden beds along walkways and around patios or in containers where the flowers and their fragrance can be enjoyed in the evening. Hemerocallis petals are edible and great in salads. Pollinator attractor.
Common Name: Daylily
Family: Liliaceae (The Lily Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-8
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Bloom Time: Summer
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees
Deer Resistant: No
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Forest margins, grassy fields and slopes along valleys from near sea level to 2000 metres.
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Geographical Origin: Asia - China and Japan
