Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' (daylily 'Big Bird's Friend') — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal and cottage and informal garden.

About

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Hemerocallis genus, known for its clump-forming habit and semi-evergreen foliage. This daylily thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for south- or west-facing aspects. It is hardy in the UK (H6) and adapts well to various soil types and pH levels. Flowering in summer, it is ideal for coastal, cottage, and informal gardens, and can be propagated by division in early spring or early autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend'

Propagation: Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, hemerocallis gall midge, glasshouse red spider mite and Thrips
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to fungal leaf spot and rust diseases or bacterial leaf and stem rot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend'?

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' need?

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' hardy in the UK?

Hemerocallis 'Big Bird's Friend' 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 'Big Bird's Friend'?

Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn.

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