Hemerocallis 'Indy Rhapsody'
Hemerocallis 'Indy Rhapsody' is a bold daylily featuring rich rose pink blooms with a deep eye and golden throat that stand out vividly in summer plantings. Its strong upright habit and repeat flowering nature make it a dependable source of color in sunny borders while remaining easy to grow and low maintenance.
Height & Spread: 24 - 30 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to late summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun
Soil Preference: Average well drained soil
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
This daylily is a cultivated hybrid and is not native to North America but is widely used in ornamental landscapes for its durability, repeat blooming habit, and strong garden performance.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Butterflies
- Attracts Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which visit the open blooms for nectar during peak flowering.
Bees
- Draws native bees and bumblebees which forage among the large flowers for nectar and pollen.
Hummingbirds
- Occasionally visited by hummingbirds which are drawn to the vibrant color and accessible nectar.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow clumps to expand and maintain airflow between plants.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for sunny borders, mass plantings, and along walkways where its bold color and reliable bloom can be appreciated throughout the season.
Companion Plants
- Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) - Adds vertical structure and movement that contrasts with the arching foliage.
- Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Extends seasonal color and supports pollinators alongside the daylily bloom period.
- Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Provides strong golden contrast and dependable midsummer performance.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Brings upright spikes and cool tones that balance the warm flower color.
- Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (Switchgrass) - Introduces fine textured foliage and seasonal color change for added interest.