Daylily Southern Dazzle

Daylily ‘Southern Dazzle’ is a richly colored tetraploid introduction by Harry Gaskins from 2008, admired for its saturated plum tones and bold, layered edging. This cultivar combines strong contrast with dependable rebloom, making it a reliable performer in both garden beds and collections.

The 6.5-inch blooms open in clear plum shades accented by a pronounced purple eye and matching edge. The petals are framed with a large gold outer edge that adds brilliance and definition, creating striking contrast against the deep base color. A green throat brightens the center and enhances the overall clarity of the bloom.

Plants reach approximately 28 inches tall and feature semi-evergreen foliage, offering adaptability across a range of climates. Blooming early to midseason with reliable rebloom, ‘Southern Dazzle’ produces around 30 buds on 3 branches, ensuring a steady and abundant floral display.

A bold daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing saturated color, layered edging, and repeat performance.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Southern Dazzle’
Hybridizer: Harry Gaskins
Introduction Year: 2008
Plant Height: Approximately 28 inches (71 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6.5 inches (17 cm)
Bloom Season: Early-Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Branching: 3 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 30 buds
Flower Color: Clear plum
Eye and Edge: Purple
Outer Edge: Large gold
Throat Color: Green
Parentage: Unknown × Unknown
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections