‘Ida’s Magic’ is a highly celebrated, award-winning daylily (Hemerocallis). Bred by Munson-I in 1988, it is famous for its large amber-peach to lavender-pink flowers with heavily ruffled, gold edges and a deep, green-gold throat. It won the prestigious Stout Silver Medal in 2001. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Quick Facts
Key Features
- Signature Look: Distinctive flamboyant gold filigree/edges frame the soft, pastel hues of the petals. [1, 2, 3]
- Awards: It dominated daylily awards in the late 90s and early 2000s, taking home an Honorable Mention (1996), Award of Merit (1999), and the ultimate Stout Silver Medal (2001). It is also highly regarded as a parent plant, having been used to breed nearly 350 new varieties. [1, 2]
- Growing Habits: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It does best in warmer regions, though it can tolerate colder climates if well-situched. [1, 2, 3, 4]
