Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Hemerocallis 'Dominic'
Dominic Daylily
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Height
- 2-3 feet tall
- Width
- 1-2 feet wide
- Flower color
- Dark burgundy with yellow eye
- Foliage color
- Green, slender, grass-like leaves
- Bloom time
- Midsummer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers and trim back foliage after bloom season
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 3-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
About this plant
Hemerocallis 'Dominic' is a bold daylily with velvety, deep burgundy petals and a rich golden-yellow throat, creating a dramatic contrast that adds depth and elegance to garden displays. The dark, luxurious hue of its blooms gives this daylily a sophisticated presence, while the smooth, overlapping petals showcase its classic form. Developed with a focus on vibrant color and reliable performance, 'Dominic' stands out as a favored choice among collectors and enthusiasts.
Blooming in mid to late summer, 'Dominic' offers a lush, seasonal display that draws in pollinators and adds an eye-catching touch to mixed borders and perennial beds. Its dark flowers harmonize beautifully with lighter-colored plants, making it an excellent choice for creating contrast in garden designs. This cultivar's vibrant yet elegant color and refined form make it a versatile addition, enhancing any landscape with a touch of rich color and timeless beauty.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. 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.
