Hemerocallis 'Wayside King Royal'

Wayside King Royal Daylily

Hemerocallis ‘Wayside King Royal’ is a dramatic perennial valued for its large, velvety purple blooms and regal garden presence. Arching, strap-like green leaves form a dense clump in spring, followed by abundant, large deep royal-purple flowers with a contrasting golden-yellow throat in mid-summer, with each bloom lasting a day but produced over several weeks. Its intense color and substantial flower size make it a standout in sunny borders.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 30–36 in (to 36–42 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms expanding clumps)

USDA Zones: 3a–9b
Form: Upright, 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


Large, deep royal-purple flowers



Strong color for dramatic impact



Tall habit for background plantings



Ideal for borders, massing, and focal points




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

30-36''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Summer

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Average, Clay, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Arching, Clumping

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes