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Some daylilies whisper. Sumerduck waves from across the field. Here at Hillside Lilies in Vale (Catawba County, NC), the Sumerduck daylily has its own spot in our rows. One more reason North Carolina daylilies are worth the hype.
Color & form: Light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat; 6 in blooms
Bloom time in Vale, NC: photographed in bloom in our garden on June 27, 2026; AHS season: midseason
Bloom factoid: We only have one season of bloom photos so far (2026), so the jury's still out on its Vale, NC timing. That lines up with its registered AHS season (midseason).
Plant details: 36 in scapes, diploid, dormant foliage, 18 buds, extended
Hybridizer: Reed (2003)
Sumerduck is a daylily with light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat, making it a useful choice for gardeners comparing color, season, and garden effect. We list it with 36 in scapes, 6 in blooms, midseason, diploid, dormant so gardeners can compare it quickly with other varieties in the field. Notable traits include 18 buds and 2 branches. For best results, review the bloom size, season, and field location alongside the photo before adding it to your list.
light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat
Primary Color: Yellow
Hybridizer: Reed
Year: 2003
Scape Height: 36 in
Bloom Size: 6 in
Bloom Season: Midseason
Ploidy: Diploid
Foliage Type: Dormant
Fragrance: Non-Fragrant
Bloom Habit: Extended
Rebloom: No
Bud Count: 18
Branches: 2
Field Group: Q
Flag Color: PURPLE
Price: $20
Inventory: 5
Availability: Available
Field Group: Q
Flag Color: PURPLE
Some daylilies whisper. Sumerduck waves from across the field. Here at Hillside Lilies in Vale (Catawba County, NC), the Sumerduck daylily has its own spot in our rows. One more reason North Carolina daylilies are worth the hype.
Color & form: Light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat; 6 in blooms
Bloom time in Vale, NC: photographed in bloom in our garden on June 27, 2026; AHS season: midseason
Bloom factoid: We only have one season of bloom photos so far (2026), so the jury's still out on its Vale, NC timing. That lines up with its registered AHS season (midseason).
Plant details: 36 in scapes, diploid, dormant foliage, 18 buds, extended
Hybridizer: Reed (2003)
Sumerduck is a daylily with light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat, making it a useful choice for gardeners comparing color, season, and garden effect. We list it with 36 in scapes, 6 in blooms, midseason, diploid, dormant so gardeners can compare it quickly with other varieties in the field. Notable traits include 18 buds and 2 branches. For best results, review the bloom size, season, and field location alongside the photo before adding it to your list.
light gold yellow with red chevron eye above green throat
Primary Color: Yellow
Hybridizer: Reed
Year: 2003
Scape Height: 36 in
Bloom Size: 6 in
Bloom Season: Midseason
Ploidy: Diploid
Foliage Type: Dormant
Fragrance: Non-Fragrant
Bloom Habit: Extended
Rebloom: No
Bud Count: 18
Branches: 2
Field Group: Q
Flag Color: PURPLE
Price: $20
Inventory: 5
Availability: Available
Field Group: Q
Flag Color: PURPLE