1 / 3Key characteristics
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Height
- 1-2 feet tall
- Width
- 1-2 feet wide
- Flower color
- Pale-yellow with light green throat
- Foliage color
- Green, with arching, narrow leaves
- Bloom time
- Midsummer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent blooms and trim foliage after flowering
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 3-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Perennials
Hemerocallis 'Galaxy Cream'
Galaxy Cream Daylily
Hemerocallis 'Galaxy Cream' displays soft, pale-yellow petals with muted white striping, that glows with a subtle elegance. Each bloom is enhanced by a ruffled edge, lending texture and a refined appearance to the flower. At the heart of each blossom, a light green throat provides contrast, adding depth to the soft cream tones. Bred for its gentle, sophisticated color palette, 'Galaxy Cream' is a delightful choice for adding a calm elegance to any garden.
Works well in
- Borders
- Cottage Gardens
- Pollinator Gardens
- Containers
Companion plants
Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras
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.
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