The Black Lapis daylily (Hemerocallis ‘Black Lapis’) is a striking tetraploid cultivar known for its deep, black-wine-purple blooms and contrasting yellow-to-green throat. Bred by Stamile and introduced in 2004, it is highly prized by gardeners for its vibrant, near-black coloration and early blooming season. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics
Growing & Care
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
- Maintenance: Daylilies are highly resilient, hardy perennials. They make fantastic additions to cottage gardens, borders, and perennial beds when planted alongside bright, contrasting yellow or orange varieties. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
