Overview
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' is a deciduous, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems. Growing to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, it thrives in full sun on fertile, moist but well-drained soils, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for various garden settings including city, coastal, and cottage gardens. It holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit, though it is toxic to cats.
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
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider'?
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' need?
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' 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.
How big does Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' grow?
Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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