Daylily Nurse Dottie

Daylily ‘Nurse Dottie’

Daylily ‘Nurse Dottie’ is a compact tetraploid introduction by Thaubald from 2021, prized for its exceptional fragrance, rich eye color, and polished double edging. This cultivar delivers strong visual impact in a smaller stature, making it ideal for borders, containers, and fragrance-focused plantings.

The 5.5-inch blooms open creamy in color and are accented by a bold cranberry-red eye that draws the gaze inward. The petals are finished with a coordinated double edge in cranberry red and gold, adding refined contrast and depth. The flowers are very fragrant, making ‘Nurse Dottie’ especially appealing when planted near walkways, patios, or seating areas.

Plants reach approximately 18 inches tall and feature semi-evergreen foliage, offering adaptability across a wide range of climates. Blooming mid to mid-late season, ‘Nurse Dottie’ produces around 18 buds on 4 branches, delivering a steady and attractive floral display.

A compact, fragrant daylily ideal for borders, containers, and collections emphasizing rich color, elegant edging, and sensory appeal.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Nurse Dottie’
Hybridizer: Thaubald
Introduction Year: 2021
Plant Height: Approximately 18 inches (46 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 5.5 inches (13 cm)
Bloom Season: Mid to Mid-Late
Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Fragrance: Very fragrant
Branching: 4 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 18 buds
Flower Color: Cream
Eye Zone: Cranberry red
Edge: Double edge in cranberry red and gold
Parentage: Relevant Graffito × unknown
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms and fragrance
Garden Use: Borders, containers, fragrance gardens, daylily collections