Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' — Clump-forming, arching foliage with upright scapes

Overview

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' is a clump-forming, arching foliage with upright scapes perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous or semi-evergreen; arching, strap-shaped, fresh green foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall and 0.6 m wide. Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' grows best in full sun to partial shade; darker colours hold better out of hot sun, and tolerates almost any reasonable soil and from loam to clay soils and acid and neutral or alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6-H7.

About

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' is a clump-forming perennial in the Asphodelaceae with arching, strap-shaped foliage and upright flowering scapes. The leaves are fresh green and may be deciduous or semi-evergreen. Plants reach about 1.0 m tall with a spread near 0.6 m. Flowering occurs from June to August.

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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 fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' sits in the Asphodelaceae and produces a compact clump of arching, strap-shaped leaves topped by upright scapes. It is a perennial that typically grows to around 1.0 m tall and 0.6 m across, forming a clear architectural clump within a border. Place it in full sun to partial shade; darker tones hold better out of hot sun so give some relief from intense afternoon heat where possible. It accepts almost any reasonable soil from loam to clay, and will grow in acid, neutral or alkaline conditions. Aim for soil that is moist but well drained — the plant tolerates both damp and drier sites once established. Aspect and exposure are flexible, so it works equally in exposed sites and sheltered corners. In UK hardiness terms the rating H6–H7 indicates it is very hardy to fully hardy. Use it where a structural perennial is required: a mixed border, perennial bed or alongside paths where the arching foliage can be seen at close quarters. The summer display runs from June to August, with scapes carried above the leaves, giving a clear seasonal window for flowering interest.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade; darker colours hold better out of hot sun
Soil type: Almost any reasonable soil, from loam to clay
Soil pH: Acid, neutral or alkaline
Soil moisture: Moist but well drained; tolerates both damp and dry once established
Aspect: Any
Exposure: Exposed or sheltered
UK hardiness: H6-H7

Plant details

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Perennial
Habit: Clump-forming, arching foliage with upright scapes
Foliage: Deciduous or semi-evergreen; arching, strap-shaped, fresh green
Height: 1.0 m
Spread: 0.6 m

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata'

Cultivation: Among the most forgiving of perennials, and effectively unkillable once settled. They flower most freely in an open position with reasonable moisture while the buds are forming, and benefit from division every four or five years, since a congested clump produces plenty of leaf and progressively fewer scapes.
Pruning: Snap off spent blooms to keep the display clean, and cut scapes to the base once all buds have finished. Remove dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
Propagation: Divide in early spring or immediately after flowering, splitting the crown into fans each with roots attached. Proliferations that form on the scapes of some cultivars can be rooted as cuttings.
Pest resistance: Slugs and snails graze new spring growth, and hemerocallis gall midge distorts buds in early summer - affected buds are best picked off and destroyed.
Disease resistance: Robust. Daylily rust is the main disease of note but remains uncommon in the UK.

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata'?

Among the most forgiving of perennials, and effectively unkillable once settled. They flower most freely in an open position with reasonable moisture while the buds are forming, and benefit from division every four or five years, since a congested clump produces plenty of leaf and progressively fewer scapes.

Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata'?

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' prefers full sun to partial shade; darker colours hold better out of hot sun. It suits exposed or sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' need?

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' grows best in almost any reasonable soil and from loam to clay soil. It prefers acid and neutral or alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well drained; tolerates both damp and dry once established.

How do I prune Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata'?

Snap off spent blooms to keep the display clean, and cut scapes to the base once all buds have finished. Remove dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.

How big does Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' grow?

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' reaches a height of 1.0 m and a spread of 0.6 m.

Is Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' hardy in the UK?

Hemerocallis fulva 'Kwanso Variegata' 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 fulva 'Kwanso Variegata'?

Divide in early spring or immediately after flowering, splitting the crown into fans each with roots attached. Proliferations that form on the scapes of some cultivars can be rooted as cuttings.

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