Daylily Paula Nettles

Daylily ‘Paula Nettles’ is an award-winning tetraploid introduction by Kinnebrew-J. from 2005, celebrated for its outstanding scape performance, rich warm coloration, and reliable rebloom. This cultivar is especially valued for its exceptionally high bud count and long-lasting garden display.

The 6-inch blooms open in rich amber tones accented by a clean yellow edge that adds definition and brightness. A fresh green throat anchors the center of the bloom, enhancing contrast and giving the flower a glowing, sunlit appearance. The coloration is warm, balanced, and highly effective in both mixed borders and focal plantings.

Plants reach approximately 32 inches tall and feature evergreen foliage, offering extended seasonal interest in warmer climates. Blooming early to midseason with dependable rebloom, ‘Paula Nettles’ excels in scape quality with an impressive 35 buds on 4 branches, ensuring a long and well-paced flowering season.

This cultivar received the Honorable Mention (HM) Award in 2008, recognizing its exceptional garden performance and overall quality.

A high-performing daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing warm color, strong rebloom, and superior scape performance.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Paula Nettles’
Hybridizer: Kinnebrew-J.
Introduction Year: 2005
Plant Height: Approximately 32 inches (81 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6 inches (15 cm)
Bloom Season: Early-Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Branching: 4 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 35 buds
Flower Color: Rich amber
Edge: Yellow
Throat Color: Green
Parentage: Spacecoast Passion Released × Forestlake Ragamuffin
Awards: Honorable Mention (HM), 2008
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections