Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous, semi-evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders and containers.

About

Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' is a clump-forming daylily in the Asphodelaceae that produces its main display from June to August. It carries deciduous to semi-evergreen basal foliage and sends up summer flowering scapes. Plant in full sun on moist but well-drained soil across chalk, clay, loam or sand. Suitable for south- or west-facing beds and for containers in exposed or sheltered sites.

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

In the garden

A cultivar of Hemerocallis within the Asphodelaceae, Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' forms neat clumps of basal foliage and provides a concentrated summer display from June to August. The foliage is described as deciduous to semi-evergreen, so plants may hold leaves through milder winters and die back more fully after colder spells. Position in full sun where soil remains moist but well drained; the cultivar tolerates a broad range of soil textures (chalk, clay, loam and sand) and tolerates acid to alkaline pH. A south- or west-facing aspect suits best, and the plant will tolerate both exposed and sheltered sites. Hardiness is H6, meaning it is very hardy and should survive UK winter conditions across most regions when given reasonable drainage. Use Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' to create clumping architectural accents in mixed borders or to lift a container scheme with upright flowering scapes through early to high summer. Because the foliage behaviour ranges from deciduous to semi-evergreen, expect a variable winter outline that reflects both local climate and siting rather than a single, fixed look.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun
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 'Carolina Low Country' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous, Semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Borders, Containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country'

Propagation: Division in early spring or early autumn
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

Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country'?

Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' need?

Hemerocallis 'Carolina Low Country' 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.