Overview
Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal and cottage and informal garden.
About
Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its clump-forming habit and semi-evergreen, narrow strap-like foliage. This cultivar produces funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems during summer, thriving in fertile, moist but well-drained soils under full sun or partial shade. Suitable for a range of soil types and pH levels, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be used effectively in coastal, cottage, and informal gardens. Propagation is best achieved by division in early spring or early autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hemerocallis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- 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 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, hemerocallis gall midge, glasshouse red spider mite and Thrips
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to fungal leaf spot and rust diseases or bacterial leaf and stem rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie'?
Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' need?
Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' 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.
Is Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Carved Pumpkin Pie' 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 'Carved Pumpkin Pie'?
Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn.
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