Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime'

Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime': Zest and Sunshine in Bloom

Bright and refreshing, Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime' lights up the garden with citrus-toned blooms that echo the joy of a summer cocktail. Each flower features golden-yellow petals flaring out from a lime-green throat, creating a striking effect against the plant’s clean, grassy foliage. Compact, vigorous, and long-blooming, this daylily brings a burst of energy wherever it’s planted.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 45–60 cm
• Spread: 45–60 cm
• Flower Colour: Golden yellow with a lime-green throat
• Flowering Period: Mid to late summer, with repeat blooming
• Foliage: Arching, slender green leaves
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; adaptable to clay and summer drought

Uses and Benefits: Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime' is a spirited addition to borders, containers, and pollinator gardens. Its bright tones are perfect for hot colour schemes and tropical-inspired plantings, and its compact size allows for massing or tucking into tight spaces. The blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds, while the neat foliage contributes clean lines and textural grace throughout the season.

Companion Plants: Accent the citrusy glow of Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime' with the fine, variegated blades of Carex 'Evergold', which echo the lime-green throat while softening the edges. Interplant with Sedum 'Angelina', whose golden foliage flows like a ground-hugging ribbon and shifts to orange in cooler months. Add upright structure and bold presence with Miscanthus 'Morning Light', bringing airy motion and silvery texture that balances the daylily’s vibrant hue.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun for optimal bloom, though part shade is tolerated. Prefers well-drained soils with average moisture but handles dry spells well once established. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering and maintain appearance. Divide clumps every 3–4 years in spring or fall to ensure continued vigour and flower production.

History: Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime' was selected for its bright, tropical palette and reliable garden performance. A modern cultivar in the expanding palette of reblooming daylilies, it’s a lively twist on the classic summer perennial.

Final Thoughts: Radiant and full of zest, Hemerocallis 'Tequila & Lime' is a celebration in bloom—ideal for gardeners who love bold colour, effortless beauty, and plants that bring summer to life in every petal.