Hemerocallis 'Miss Amelia' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Miss Amelia' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Miss Amelia' 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 'Miss Amelia' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the family Asphodelaceae that flowers in mid to late summer. It produces upright flower scapes above deciduous, basal foliage and performs best in full sun on neutral loam that stays moist but drains freely. The plant suits exposed, south-facing sites and tolerates typical UK winters as an H6-rated perennial. Use it where a reliable summer display in borders or containers is needed.

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

In the garden

Hemerocallis 'Miss Amelia' belongs to the genus Hemerocallis and grows as a clump-forming herbaceous perennial. As a cultivar within the Asphodelaceae, it carries the structural habit of basal, deciduous leaves and produces its flowering scapes during June to August. That defined flowering window makes it a dependable summer component in mixed plantings. Plant it in full sun on a neutral loam that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged; an exposed, south-facing aspect suits its light requirement and exposure tolerance. The H6 hardiness rating indicates it is very hardy across the UK and will withstand winter conditions when given the stated soil and aspect. Its dimensions and exact flower colour are not stated here, but the cultivar's suggested uses — borders and containers — point to practical placements: set it where flower scapes can rise clear of neighbouring perennials or in a pot large enough to support a clump. Expect the plant to contribute most visibly during June to August, when its flowering scapes provide the season-specific effect in borders or patio containers.

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 'Miss Amelia' size, habit and characteristics

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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Miss Amelia'

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