Blue Prairie Daylily

The blue prairie daylily is a striking perennial plant known for its graceful, lily-like blooms that often feature shades of blue-violet or lavender rather than a true blue. Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are beloved in gardens for their hardiness, low maintenance, and ability to thrive in a variety of climates. The blue prairie variety adds a cool, soothing color to flower beds and borders, and each blossom typically lasts just one day, with new flowers opening daily throughout the flowering season.

Interesting fact: Despite their name, there are no truly blue daylilies—most “blue” varieties are actually shades of blue-violet or lavender. Breeders continue to strive for a true blue daylily, making it a kind of “holy grail” among flower enthusiasts. Daylilies are also edible, and their buds and petals can be used in salads or as garnishes!