Hemerocallis 'Spin Master' (Daylily) — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Spin Master' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hemerocallis 'Spin Master' 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 'Spin Master' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asphodelaceae prized for summer blooms. It carries deciduous, basal foliage and flowers from June to August. Plant it in full sun on moist, neutral loam in a south-facing, exposed position where its flowering period can be appreciated, and use it in borders or containers; it is hardy to H6 (very hardy).

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 'Spin Master' belongs to the Asphodelaceae and grows as a clump-forming herbaceous perennial with deciduous, basal leaves. Flowering occurs from June to August, providing a defined summer display that suits planting where seasonal colour is required. For best results place it in full sun on loam that is neutral in pH and remains moist but well drained; a south-facing, exposed site will maximise flowering. The plant is rated H6 for UK hardiness, meaning it is very hardy in most mainland garden situations through winter. Use Hemerocallis 'Spin Master' in mixed borders where its summer flowering sits between early and late perennials, or plant it in containers on a sunny patio to bring blooms closer to seating areas. Positioning where the flower stems are visible from paths or terraces makes the most of its June–August display.

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 'Spin Master' size, habit and characteristics

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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hemerocallis 'Spin Master'

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