Night Beacon Daylily: A 1988 Hansen Guiding Light

Night Beacon Daylily

The Night Beacon daylily (Hemerocallis 'Night Beacon'), hybridized by Hansen and introduced in 1988, serves as a beacon in the twilight garden. This cultivar features very dark, saturated flowers—often deep purple, maroon, or near-black—with a contrasting, luminous throat that glows like a light in the darkness.

The blooms are medium to large with a clean form. The plant is a strong grower with well-branched scapes, blooming in mid-to-late season. Its dark color provides incredible contrast when planted near lighter-colored perennials.

Plant Details

'Night Beacon' is a dramatic choice for the garden. It thrives in full sun, where its dark petals can absorb heat, but the glowing throat remains visible even in low light.