Overview
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders and containers.
About
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms that appear on upright stems in late spring or early summer. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and containers. Cultivation involves planting in suitable soil and exposure, with propagation possible by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hemerocallis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty'
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, slugs, snails, glasshouse red spider mite, thrips
- Disease resistance
- Fungal leaf spot, rust diseases, bacterial leaf and stem rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty'?
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' need?
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Hemerocallis 'Always Liberty'?
Division, seed.
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