About
Hemerocallis _ vomerense is a naturally occurring daylily producing spreading colonies of strap-shaped foliage and charming, lily-like blooms on branched stems in summer. A graceful and natural-looking daylily for a border.
About the genus
Hemerocallis, the daylilies, are evergreen or herbaceous perennials with narrow, strap-shaped leaves and funnel-shaped flowers on branched scapes in late spring and summer. Each flower lasts only a single day, but is replaced by a succession of new blooms. Among the most versatile and rewarding of all border perennials.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, ground cover, waterside planting. Excellent low-maintenance perennial.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light shade.
PruningDeadhead spent scapes. Cut back foliage in late autumn. Divide every 3-4 years.
PropagationDivide established clumps in spring or autumn.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Aphids and slugs may occasionally cause minor damage.
Disease resistanceLargely disease-free. Rust can occur in warm, humid conditions.