Hemerocallis 'Custard Candy' | Custard Candy Daylily
DESCRIPTION
Hemerocallis 'Custard Candy' is a delightful daylily known for its creamy yellow petals, which are beautifully accented by a deep burgundy eye and a soft green throat. The flowers’ rounded, overlapping petals give it a full, lush appearance, while the contrasting colors create a warm, inviting display. Originally developed by careful hybridization, 'Custard Candy' captures a classic daylily look with a unique twist, making it a lovely addition to summer borders and perennial beds.
Blooming in early to mid-summer, 'Custard Candy' produces a generous show of blossoms that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its cheerful colors and reliable bloom cycle make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens, mixed plantings, or as a focal point in sunny spots. With its elegant blend of soft hues and bold accents, this daylily brings a touch of sophistication and charm to seasonal plantings, providing beauty and interest throughout the peak of summer.
DESCRIPTION
Hemerocallis 'Custard Candy' is a delightful daylily known for its creamy yellow petals, which are beautifully accented by a deep burgundy eye and a soft green throat. The flowers’ rounded, overlapping petals give it a full, lush appearance, while the contrasting colors create a warm, inviting display. Originally developed by careful hybridization, 'Custard Candy' captures a classic daylily look with a unique twist, making it a lovely addition to summer borders and perennial beds.
Blooming in early to mid-summer, 'Custard Candy' produces a generous show of blossoms that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its cheerful colors and reliable bloom cycle make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens, mixed plantings, or as a focal point in sunny spots. With its elegant blend of soft hues and bold accents, this daylily brings a touch of sophistication and charm to seasonal plantings, providing beauty and interest throughout the peak of summer.
DESCRIPTION
Hemerocallis 'Custard Candy' is a delightful daylily known for its creamy yellow petals, which are beautifully accented by a deep burgundy eye and a soft green throat. The flowers’ rounded, overlapping petals give it a full, lush appearance, while the contrasting colors create a warm, inviting display. Originally developed by careful hybridization, 'Custard Candy' captures a classic daylily look with a unique twist, making it a lovely addition to summer borders and perennial beds.
Blooming in early to mid-summer, 'Custard Candy' produces a generous show of blossoms that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Its cheerful colors and reliable bloom cycle make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens, mixed plantings, or as a focal point in sunny spots. With its elegant blend of soft hues and bold accents, this daylily brings a touch of sophistication and charm to seasonal plantings, providing beauty and interest throughout the peak of summer.
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Family: Asphodelaceae
Height: 1-2 feet tall
Width: 1-2 feet wide
Foliage color: Green, narrow, strap-like leaves
Flower color: Creamy yellow with a dark purple eye zone and a green throat
Bloom time: Midsummer with occasional reblooming
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove spent blooms
Growing zone: USDA Zones 3-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
