Hemerocallis 'Honeysuckle Rose' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Honeysuckle Rose' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Honeysuckle Rose' 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 'Honeysuckle Rose' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asphodelaceae that produces summer flowering scapes. It has deciduous foliage and flowers from June to August. Plant in full sun on neutral loam that is moist but well-drained, ideally in a south-facing, exposed spot. Suited to borders or containers and rated H6 (very hardy) in the UK.

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 'Honeysuckle Rose' sits within the Asphodelaceae as a clump-forming herbaceous perennial valued for its summer display. It flowers in the UK from June to August and carries deciduous leaves from the base, forming a recognisable clump each season. Place the plant in full sun on neutral loam that holds moisture yet drains freely; a south-facing, exposed position matches its preferences. Aim for soil that remains moist but not waterlogged, and avoid heavy shade. In UK hardiness terms it is H6, meaning it is very hardy and will tolerate typical winter temperatures across most regions when given the right siting. Use Hemerocallis 'Honeysuckle Rose' at the front or middle of a mixed border or in a suitably sized container where its clump habit can be shown. The deciduous foliage provides seasonal structure while the summer flowering scapes give clear seasonal interest. Because it forms distinct clumps, individual plants will read well as repeated elements along a border edge or grouped in containers for a clean, architectural effect.

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 'Honeysuckle Rose' size, habit and characteristics

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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Honeysuckle Rose'

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