Overview
Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' 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 'Big City Eye' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped flowers that bloom 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.
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 'Big City Eye' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye'
- 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 'Big City Eye'?
Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' need?
Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Big City Eye' 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 City Eye'?
Division, seed.
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