Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan' — perennial

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan' is a perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family. Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cut flowers and containers.

About

Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan' is a perennial daylily cultivar belonging to the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil in sheltered locations. It is hardy in the UK to H5 and is suitable for borders, containers, and as cut flowers. The cultivar produces a slight fragrance and benefits from regular watering during dry spells. Removing spent flower stalks encourages further blooming, and propagation is by division.

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.

Wikipedia contributors, "Daylily", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Daylily

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hemerocallis

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained
Soil moisture: moist
Exposure: sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Suggested uses: borders, cut flowers, containers
Fragrance: slight

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Marion Vaughan'

Cultivation: Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil with good organic matter. Water regularly during dry periods.
Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks to encourage further blooming and tidy appearance.
Propagation: division