Hemerocallis 'Demetrius'

Daylily 'Demetrius'

Hemerocallis ‘Demetrius’ is a classic tall perennial valued for its large, ruffled blooms and refined color. Arching, strap-like green leaves form a strong clump in spring, followed by abundant, large creamy yellow to soft pastel blooms with a greenish-yellow throat in mid-summer, with each flower lasting a day but produced over an extended period. Its elegant color and height make it an excellent background or specimen daylily.

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, creamy yellow blooms with soft tones



Taller habit for background plantings



Elegant, classic daylily



Ideal for borders, massing, and cut flowers




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

Bloom time

Summer

Leaf color

Dark Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Average, Highly Adaptable, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Clumping

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No