Daylily Lemon Lime Surprise

Daylily ‘Lemon Lime Surprise’ is a bold and energetic diploid introduction by Sattelmeier from 2017, prized for its massive blooms, unusual form, and vigorous growth. This cultivar delivers dramatic movement and eye-catching color, making it a standout in both collector gardens and landscape plantings.

The enormous 9-inch blooms open in bright yellow with a fresh green eye. Classified as an Unusual Form Crispate, the petals and sepals twist and curl, creating a lively, sculptural effect that gives each flower a dynamic presence. The unusual form and vivid coloration make this cultivar especially striking from a distance.

Plants reach approximately 38 inches tall and feature evergreen foliage, offering extended seasonal interest in warmer climates. Blooming midseason with dependable rebloom, ‘Lemon Lime Surprise’ is also noted as a fast increaser, quickly forming impressive clumps and providing generous floral displays.

A dramatic and fast-growing daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing unusual form, large blooms, and bold color.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Lemon Lime Surprise’
Hybridizer: Sattelmeier
Introduction Year: 2017
Plant Height: Approximately 38 inches (96 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 9 inches (23 cm)
Bloom Season: Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Ploidy: Diploid
Bloom Form: Unusual Form Crispate
Flower Color: Yellow
Eye Zone: Green
Growth Rate: Fast increaser
Parentage: Green Arrow × Aldersgate
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections