Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Hemerocallis 'Bela Lugosi'
Bela Lugosi Daylily
- Family
- Xanthorrhoeaceae
- Height
- 24 to 30 inches
- Width
- 24 to 30 inches
- Flower color
- Deep purple with a green throat
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Mid to late summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; requires occasional watering and deadheading
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies
About this plant
Hemerocallis 'Bela Lugosi' is a bold daylily known for its large, velvety, deep purple blooms with slightly ruffled edges. The rich petals are contrasted by a lime-green throat that adds brightness to the dramatic flowers. The wide, trumpet-shaped blossoms appear in midsummer, providing a long-lasting, vibrant display, with each flower lasting for one day but blooming in succession over several weeks.
Named after actor Bela Lugosi, famous for his portrayal of Dracula, this daylily exudes a dark, elegant beauty. It was bred for its standout color and strong garden performance, making it a popular choice for sunny borders, mass plantings, or mixed perennial beds. Its dramatic presence and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite among gardeners.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Bergenias · Sedums · Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.