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