About
Hemerocallis 'Bijou' is a free-flowering daylily reaching 70�100 cm with gracefully recurving, grassy foliage. Generous, funnel-shaped flowers with ruffled edges appear in waves on erect scapes from early to midsummer. A prolific and rewarding daylily for a sunny border.
About the genus
Hemerocallis, the daylilies, are evergreen or herbaceous perennials with narrow, strap-shaped, arching leaves and funnel-shaped flowers in shades of yellow, orange, red, pink and purple borne on erect scapes in summer. Each flower lasts only one day but is produced in long succession. Exceptionally easy and rewarding perennials for borders and containers.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, ground cover, waterside planting. Excellent low-maintenance perennial.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade.
PruningDeadhead spent scapes. Cut back foliage in late autumn. Divide every 3-4 years.
PropagationDivide established clumps in spring or autumn.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Aphids and slugs may occasionally cause minor damage.
Disease resistanceLargely disease-free. Rust can occur in warm, humid conditions.