Overview
Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' 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 'Château Lafite' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped flowers that appear on upright stems. This cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position in full sun or light shade. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and containers, offering summer interest. Propagation is 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 'Château Lafite' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite'
- 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 'Château Lafite'?
Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' need?
Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Château Lafite' 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 'Château Lafite'?
Division, seed.
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