Overview
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, mass planting and containers.
About
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' is a perennial cultivar of the daylily genus Hemerocallis, belonging to the Asphodelaceae family. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil. It is suitable for use in borders, mass planting, and containers. Cultivation involves planting in well-drained soil with adequate moisture, and mulching to retain moisture. Regular removal of spent flower stalks encourages further blooming, and foliage should be cut back in late autumn. Propagation is by division.
About the genus
A daylily, day lily or ditch-lily is a flowering plant in the genus Hemerocallis, a member of the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae, native to Asia. Despite the common name, it is not taxonomically classified in the lily genus. Gardening enthusiasts and horticulturists have long bred Hemerocallis species for their attractive flowers; a select few species of the genus have edible petals, while some are extremely toxic.
Wikipedia contributors, "Daylily", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Daylily
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hemerocallis
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, mass planting, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'
- Cultivation
- Plant in well-drained soil with adequate moisture; tolerant of a range of soils; mulch to retain moisture.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming; cut back foliage in late autumn.
- Propagation
- division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Hemerocallis gall midge, Glasshouse red spider mite, Thrips
- Disease resistance
- Fungal leaf spot, Rust diseases, Bacterial leaf and stem rot
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'?
Plant in well-drained soil with adequate moisture; tolerant of a range of soils; mulch to retain moisture.
Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'?
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' need?
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'?
Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming; cut back foliage in late autumn.
Is Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight' 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 'Burning Daylight'?
Division.
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