Overview
Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' 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 'Prima Donna' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms that appear on upright stems in late spring or early summer. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, exposed position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders and containers. Cultivation involves planting in suitable soil and light conditions, with propagation possible by division or seed.
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
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna'
- 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 'Prima Donna'?
Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' need?
Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' hardy in the UK?
Hemerocallis 'Prima Donna' 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 'Prima Donna'?
Division, seed.
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