Overview
Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' 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 'Lazy Hazy Days' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial daylily that flowers from June to August. It has deciduous foliage and forms compact clumps through its rootstock. Plant it in full sun in a neutral loam that remains moist but drains freely, and place in a south-facing, exposed position. It is rated H6 (very hardy) and suits both borders and containers.
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 'Lazy Hazy Days' is a cultivar of Hemerocallis grown for its summer flowering habit, producing a season of blooms between June and August. As a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with deciduous foliage, it dies back in the cooler months and returns from its crown in spring. Its recommended position is full sun, preferably south-facing and exposed, where the flowering period will be maximised. Soil should be a loam with a neutral pH and remain moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogged pockets. In borders give it enough room to form a visible clump without crowding, or plant singly in a container filled with loam-based compost that retains moisture yet allows excess to escape. The H6 rating means the plant tolerates typical UK winter conditions down to very hardy levels when planted in situ. Place Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' where its summer display can be appreciated from seating areas or paths; it works equally well as an island in a mixed border or at the front of a south-facing bed. The June to August flowering window makes it useful for extending the herbaceous season into high summer, so site it where those seasonal blooms will be seen up close.
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 'Lazy Hazy Days' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days'
- 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 'Lazy Hazy Days'?
Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' need?
Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Lazy Hazy Days' 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 'Lazy Hazy Days'?
Division, seed.
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