Overview
Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' 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 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asphodelaceae family. Like other members of the Hemerocallis genus, it features narrow, strap-like foliage and produces funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems during summer. This cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with full sun. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for planting in borders or containers. Propagation can be achieved 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 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle'
- 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 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle'?
Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' need?
Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle' 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 'Cenla Crepe Myrtle'?
Division, seed.
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