Overview
Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' 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 'Boom Town' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped flowers that appear on upright stems. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, exposed sites with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and containers, providing summer interest. Cultivation involves planting in suitable soil and exposure, with propagation possible 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 'Boom Town' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Boom Town'
- 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 'Boom Town'?
Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' need?
Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Boom Town' 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 'Boom Town'?
Division, seed.
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