Hemerocallis Daring Deception

Daring Deception Daylilly

Hemerocallis ‘Daring Deception’ is a striking perennial valued for its bold eye pattern and vibrant coloring. Arching, strap-like green leaves form a dense clump in spring, followed by abundant, medium to large rose-pink flowers in mid-summer highlighted by a dramatic dark maroon eye zone and a bright yellow throat, with each bloom lasting a day but produced over several weeks. Its strong contrast and clear coloration make it a standout in sunny borders.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 24–30 in (to 30–36 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms expanding clumps)

USDA Zones: 3a–9b
Form: Arching, clump-forming
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in sun)
Soil: Average, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; tolerant of drought once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Rose-pink flowers with bold maroon eye



Strong color contrast for visual impact



Reliable mid-summer blooming



Ideal for borders, massing, and focal plantings




Care
Very low-maintenance. Plant in full sun for best flowering. Deadhead spent blooms to maintain appearance. Cut back foliage in late fall or early spring. Divide every few years to maintain vigor and increase plantings.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24-30"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Mid Winter

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Arching, Clumping

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No