Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous, semi-evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders and containers.

About

Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' is a clump-forming Hemerocallis in the Asphodelaceae grown for summer flowering. It carries deciduous to semi-evergreen, strap-like foliage and produces flower scapes in June to August. Plant in full sun on a south- or west-facing site with moist but well-drained soil. It suits borders and containers where its clumps can be displayed.

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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In the garden

Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' is a clump-forming cultivar in the family Asphodelaceae, offered principally for its summer display. Flowering runs from June to August, providing a reliable midsummer sequence on upright scapes above basal, deciduous to semi-evergreen leaves. Give this cultivar a sunny position; full sun suits it best and it performs well on south- or west-facing aspects. Soil may be chalk, clay, loam or sand provided it remains moist but well drained, and it tolerates a wide pH range (acid to alkaline to neutral). It will grow in both exposed and sheltered sites and is rated H6, which equates to very hardy in UK conditions. Use Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' in mixed borders where clump-forming habit adds structure, or in containers on a patio for a concentrated display of summer flowers. Plant crowns at soil level and avoid waterlogging; established clumps will cope with typical garden exposures. After flowering (June to August) remove spent scapes to tidy the clump, and lift and divide overcrowded plants to restore vigour and flowering.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun
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 'Distinguished Gentleman' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous, Semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Borders, Containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman'

Propagation: Division in early spring or early autumn
Pest resistance: Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Hemerocallis gall midge, 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 'Distinguished Gentleman'?

Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' need?

Hemerocallis 'Distinguished Gentleman' 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.