Overview

Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) 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 'Dublin Elaine' 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 the summer. 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 well suited for borders and containers and can be propagated by division or seed.

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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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 'Dublin Elaine' (d) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Herbaceous Perennial
Habit
Clump forming
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
Borders, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d)

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 'Dublin Elaine' (d)?

Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) need?

Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) hardy in the UK?

Hemerocallis 'Dublin Elaine' (d) 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 'Dublin Elaine' (d)?

Division, seed.

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