“A Phantom’s Tale” is a highly sought-after, midseason daylily (Hemerocallis) cultivar celebrated for its prolific blooming and vibrant, contrasting coloration.
Key Characteristics
- Flower Color: Deep grape (purple) petals featuring a distinct, lighter lavender watermark and a bright chartreuse throat.
- Edges: Features a delicate, pencil-line border on the petals.
- Size: Scape (stem) height reaches about 85 cm, with massive 15 cm blooms.
- Bloom Time: Midseason, with an extended blooming pattern. [1]
Care Requirements
- Sunlight: Plant in full sun for optimal bloom production. Lighter or cooler colored petals tend to perform better with some afternoon shade in extremely hot climates. [1, 2]
- Soil: They adapt to most soils but thrive in slightly acidic, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. [1]
- Water & Fertilizer: They perform best with consistent watering (about 1 inch per week) and benefit from a balanced, slow-release fertilizer applied in the spring. [1, 2]
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to keep the plant tidy and to prevent seed pod production, which drains the plant’s
