Overview
Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' 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 'Cherry Lace' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems. This semi-evergreen cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, favouring south- or west-facing aspects. Suitable for a variety of soil types and pH levels, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and well-suited to coastal, cottage, and informal gardens. 'Cherry Lace' is best propagated by division in early spring or early autumn and offers summer interest.
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 'Cherry Lace' 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 'Cherry Lace'
- 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 'Cherry Lace'?
Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' need?
Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' 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 'Cherry Lace' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Cherry Lace' 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 'Cherry Lace'?
Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn.
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