Daylily Bites Like A Thousand Teeth

Daylily ‘Bites Like a Thousand Teeth’

Daylily ‘Bites Like a Thousand Teeth’ is an intense, high-impact tetraploid introduction by DeVito from 2013, prized for its explosive color, oversized throat, and extreme toothy edging. This cultivar delivers bold presence in the garden and is especially favored by collectors who appreciate dramatic, aggressive bloom features.

The large 6.5-inch blooms are atomic tangerine in color, dominated by an exceptionally large bright green throat that spills boldly onto the petals. The edges are heavily adorned with overflowing bright yellow teeth, creating a fiery, high-contrast appearance that commands attention from a distance. The combination of throat color and exaggerated teeth gives this cultivar a powerful and unmistakable look.

Plants reach approximately 29 inches tall and feature evergreen foliage, providing extended seasonal interest in warmer climates. Blooming early to midseason with reliable rebloom, ‘Bites Like a Thousand Teeth’ produces around 20 buds on 3 well-spaced branches, ensuring a strong and extended floral display.

A fearless and dramatic daylily for gardeners and collectors seeking extreme color, bold structure, and standout toothy edges.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Bites Like a Thousand Teeth’
Hybridizer: DeVito
Introduction Year: 2013
Plant Height: Approximately 29 inches (74 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6.5 inches (17 cm)
Bloom Season: Early-Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Branching: 3 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 20 buds
Flower Color: Atomic tangerine
Throat Color: Bright green, extending onto petals
Edge: Bright yellow teeth, heavily toothed
Parentage: Bass Gibson × Red Friday
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, collector gardens, daylily collections