Daylily Velvet Rainbow

Daylily ‘Velvet Rainbow’

Daylily ‘Velvet Rainbow’ is a richly detailed and fragrant tetraploid introduction by Petit from 2013, admired for its layered eye pattern, dramatic edging, and dependable rebloom. This cultivar blends multiple tones seamlessly, creating a bloom that feels both artistic and luxurious.

The 6-inch flowers open in soft lavender-pink tones accented by a vibrant green throat. A large violet eye radiates outward and is intensified by a deep burgundy mascara band, adding striking contrast and depth. The eye continues into a wide matching picotee, which is then framed by a luminous gold edge for added brilliance. The combination of colors and layering gives each bloom a velvety, dimensional appearance. The flowers are fragrant, enhancing their garden appeal.

Plants reach approximately 27 inches tall and feature semi-evergreen foliage, offering adaptability across a wide range of climates. Blooming midseason with reliable rebloom, ‘Velvet Rainbow’ produces around 20 buds, delivering a steady and refined floral display.

A bold and fragrant daylily ideal for borders, focal plantings, and collections emphasizing patterned eyes, layered edges, and repeat performance.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hemerocallis ‘Velvet Rainbow’
Hybridizer: Petit
Introduction Year: 2013
Plant Height: Approximately 27 inches (69 cm)
Bloom Size: Approximately 6 inches (15 cm)
Bloom Season: Midseason
Rebloom: Yes
Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Fragrance: Fragrant
Bud Count: Approximately 20 buds
Flower Color: Lavender-pink
Eye: Large violet eye with burgundy mascara band
Picotee: Wide matching picotee
Edge: Gold
Throat Color: Green
Parentage: God Save the Queen × Laws of Illusion
Primary Interest: Ornamental blooms
Garden Use: Borders, focal plantings, perennial beds, daylily collections