Overview
Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' 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 'Barley Hay' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms that appear on upright stems in late spring or early summer. This cultivar thrives best 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 planting in borders or containers. Propagation can be achieved through division or seed, with summer being the season of interest for its display.
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 'Barley Hay' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay'
- 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 'Barley Hay'?
Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' need?
Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Barley Hay' 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 'Barley Hay'?
Division, seed.
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