Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' (Daylily 'Catherine Woodbury') — Clump-forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous or semi-evergreen, arching, strap-shaped, fresh green foliage. Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, mass plantings and containers.

About

Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' is a perennial daylily cultivar belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for borders, mass plantings, and containers. The cultivar produces flowers with a mild fragrance and benefits from regular watering during dry periods. Spent flowers should be removed to encourage reblooming, and foliage cut back after the flowering season. Propagation is by division in spring or fall.

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.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Well-drained, Loamy
Soil pH: Neutral to slightly acidic
Soil moisture: Moist, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Perennial
Habit: Clump-forming
Foliage: Deciduous or semi-evergreen, Arching, Strap-shaped, Fresh green
Suggested uses: Borders, Mass plantings, Containers
Fragrance: Mild fragrance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury'

Cultivation: Plant in spring or fall; prefers well-drained soil; water regularly during dry periods.
Pruning: Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming; cut back foliage after flowering season.
Propagation: Division in spring or fall
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Hemerocallis gall midge, Thrips
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury'?

Plant in spring or fall; prefers well-drained soil; water regularly during dry periods.

Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury'?

Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' need?

Hemerocallis 'Catherine Woodbury' grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.