Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' — Clump forming

Overview

Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hemerocallis, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' 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 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Hemerocallis genus, known for its narrow, strap-like foliage and funnel-shaped blooms on upright stems. This semi-evergreen cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for south- or west-facing aspects. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and adapts well to a range of soil types and pH levels. Ideal for coastal, cottage, and informal gardens, it flowers in summer and is best propagated by division in early spring or autumn.

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, 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 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' 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 'Sweet Hot Chocolate'

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 'Sweet Hot Chocolate'?

Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' need?

Hemerocallis 'Sweet Hot Chocolate' 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.