The famous yellow daylily associated with popcorn is the classic award-winning Hemerocallis ‘Buttered Popcorn’. Introduced in 1971, it is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial famous for its massive, 6-inch fragrant, butter-yellow blooms and bright green throat.
Why It’s Called ‘Buttered Popcorn’
- Staggered Heights: The stems (scapes) grow at multiple heights, causing the blossoms to pop open at different levels—much like freshly popping corn.
- Abundant Rebloomer: It reliably reblooms mid-to-late summer, producing numerous vibrant flowers on a single stalk.
Plant Profile
- Height: 26 to 32 inches tall
- Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA Zones 3 to 10
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
- Care: Requires minimal care; highly resistant to deer and rabbits.
