Overview
Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' 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 'Angel Unawares' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Asphodelaceae family. Like other Hemerocallis, it features narrow, strap-like deciduous foliage and produces funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems in summer. This cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with full sun. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and containers and can be propagated 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 'Angel Unawares' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares'
- 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 'Angel Unawares'?
Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' need?
Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Angel Unawares' 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 'Angel Unawares'?
Division, seed.
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