Hemerocallis Destined to See - Daylily

'Destined to See' is a new variety of daylily with large fragrant flowers . The petals are mostly cream white with a beautiful violet eye and a greenish-yellow throat. The wavy-edged flower is highlighted with a fine purple edge. It has a long-lasting flowering period and produces up to 12 buds per stem. This daylily has a delightful fragrance and exquisite hues that will bring serenity to any garden.

The Hemerocallis genus belongs to the Liliaceae family. They are perennial and hardy plants with deciduous or semi-evergreen foliage. 'Destined to See' forms a clump 75 cm (30in) tall, with a spread of 50 cm (20in). The flowers individually last only a day, but they continuously bloom from July to August on sturdy stems. The thick, linear foliage is evergreen. The corolla measures 13 to 15 cm (5 to 6in). Daylilies have short rhizomes and fleshy roots.

These perennials are very easy to grow and thrive in both shade and sun. Some of them can be a bit invasive, so don't hesitate to divide the clumps every four or five years, after flowering in autumn. Daylilies are often called 'the perfect perennial', due to their vibrant colours, ability to tolerate any type of environment, and lack of modesty. They bring a beautiful exuberance that blends well with other perennials. Plant them in generous clumps at the back of your borders. Consider using summer-flowering bulbs and the graceful habit of ornamental grasses to lighten up your arrangements. If you want to adorn your balconies and patios with daylilies, use large pots with a minimum depth of 30 cm (12in) and choose dwarf varieties. Evergreen varieties are considered less hardy, but 'Destined to See' defies this saying and withstands freezing temperatures perfectly. The flowers are edible: they add colour to salads and decorate desserts.

Many varieties have been developed in Japan, where they are very popular. The flowers of these plants come in a wide range of colours and shapes. Over sixty thousand cultivars, mostly resulting from hybridization by gardening enthusiasts, are catalogued, appreciated, and studied by international Hemerocallis societies.