The ‘Egyptian Ibis’ daylily (Hemerocallis) is a highly-rated, evergreen tetraploid known for its elegant lavender-pink blooms and yellow-green throat. Hybridized by R.W. Munson in 1984, this hardy perennial features large, gently ruffled flowers that rebloom and tolerate cold climates easily. [1, 2]
Key Characteristics
- Bloom Size: Large, up to 15 to 16 cm (6-7 inches) across.
- Plant Height: Reaches about 65 to 66 cm (26 inches).
- Bloom Season: Early to mid-summer, with potential to rebloom.
- Foliage: Evergreen.
- Color: A classic cream-lilac or pink self with a distinctive yellow-green throat.
- Genetic Lineage: A cross between ‘Nile Crane’ and ‘Benchmark’. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Growing & Care Tips
- Hardiness: Known for excellent substance and the ability to withstand harsh winters.
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Adapts to a variety of soil types, though it prefers well-drained, moist soil.
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance and highly resistant to most pests and diseases. [1, 2, 3, 4]
