Daylily Tempt Me

Daylily ‘Tempt Me’

Daylily ‘Tempt Me’ is a striking tetraploid introduction by Maryott from 2012, admired for its saturated purple coloration, crisp toothy edging, and fragrant blooms. This cultivar combines strong garden presence with dependable rebloom, making it a standout in both borders and collector plantings.

The generous 6.5-inch blooms open in rich purple (RHS 60A) tones that provide a bold backdrop for bright white teeth lining the petals. The clean contrast between the saturated petals and sharp white edging creates a dramatic and polished look. The flowers are fragrant, adding an inviting sensory element to their visual appeal.

Plants reach approximately 33 inches tall and feature semi-evergreen foliage, offering adaptability across a wide range of climates. Blooming early to midseason with reliable rebloom, ‘Tempt Me’ produces around 20 buds on 3 branches, delivering a steady and impressive floral display.

A bold and fragrant daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing strong purple tones, toothy edges, and repeat performance.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Tempt Me’
Hybridizer: Maryott
Introduction Year: 2012
Plant Height: Approximately 33 inches (84 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6.5 inches (17 cm)
Bloom Season: Early-Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Fragrance: Fragrant
Branching: 3 branches
Bud Count: Approximately 20 buds
Flower Color: Purple (RHS 60A)
Edge Detail: White teeth on petals
Parentage: Unknown × unknown
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections