Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal and cottage and informal garden.

About

Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asphodelaceae family that produces its main display in summer. It carries semi-evergreen foliage and flowers from June to August. The cultivar tolerates a wide range of soils provided they are moist but well-drained and will grow in full sun or partial shade. With an H6 rating it is very hardy for mainland UK gardens.

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 'I Luv Lucy' is a cultivar of Hemerocallis in the Asphodelaceae family, grown as a clump-forming herbaceous perennial. Its semi-evergreen leaves provide structure outside the flowering months, while the plant puts up its flowering display between June and August. Place the plant where it receives full sun or light afternoon shade, ideally on a south- or west-facing aspect. It accepts chalk, clay, loam or sand and a broad pH range from acid to alkaline, but performs best where the soil remains moist yet free-draining. Sites that are exposed or sheltered suit this cultivar, and H6 hardiness means it tolerates very cold UK winters. Use Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' in coastal, cottage and informal garden schemes where summer blooms are required alongside perennial foliage. Plant in groups for continuity of bloom and to emphasise the clump-forming habit; the semi-evergreen leaves form a lasting framework that carries the June–August flowers.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
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 'I Luv Lucy' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy'

Propagation: Propagate by division in early spring or early autumn
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, hemerocallis gall midge, glasshouse red spider mite and Thrips
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to fungal leaf spot and rust diseases or bacterial leaf and stem rot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy'?

Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' need?

Hemerocallis 'I Luv Lucy' 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.