Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' 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 'Preview Party' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asphodelaceae with semi-evergreen, strap-like foliage and upright summer flower scapes. It suits full sun to partial shade and favours south- or west-facing sites. Plant in chalk, clay, loam or sand soils that are moist but well-drained and across acid to alkaline pH. Flowering occurs June to August.

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 'Preview Party' is a cultivated daylily with a clump-forming habit and semi-evergreen leaves that give structure outside the flowering months. As a member of the Asphodelaceae it produces upright scapes from the centre of the clump, lifting flowers clear of the foliage. Place the plant in full sun or partial shade on a south- or west-facing aspect where the soil remains moist but well drained; it tolerates chalk, clay, loam or sand and copes with acid, neutral or alkaline pH. Exposure can be either sheltered or exposed, so it will perform on windward sites as well as more protected corners. H6 rating means it is very hardy in the UK and will withstand our winters without special protection. Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' suits coastal locations, cottage and informal gardens where its clump habit helps define drifts or edges. Allow the flower scapes to rise above the leaves so blooms are visible from paths and borders. Expect the plant to come into bloom between June and August, when the scapes provide a distinct summer presence above the foliage.

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 'Preview Party' 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 'Preview Party'

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 'Preview Party'?

Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' need?

Hemerocallis 'Preview Party' 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.