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Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus (Lemon Lily)

Lemon Lily, Yellow Daylily, Custard Lily, Hemerocallis flava, Hemerocallis 'lilioasphodelus'

Hemerocallis Lilioasphodelus, Lemon Lily, Yellow Daylily, Custard Lily, Hemerocallis flava, Hemerocallis 'Lilioasphodelus', Hemerocallidaceae, perennial, plant
Hemerocallis Lilioasphodelus, Lemon Lily, Yellow Daylily, Custard Lily, Hemerocallis flava, Hemerocallis 'Lilioasphodelus', Hemerocallidaceae, perennial, plant

Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus (Lemon Lily) is a remarkable and stunning addition to the garden, valued for its early bloom period (late spring to early summer) and very fragrant flowers. Its small, trumpet-shaped, lemon yellow flowers, 4 in. wide (10 cm), rise from a clump of arching, strap-shaped, green leaves. Each flower typically lasts no more than 24 hours, opening up in the early evening and closing early the following morning, possibly replaced by another one on the same scape (flower stalk) the next evening. The semi-evergreen foliage is also a lovely asset as it provides texture and color when the flowers are not in bloom. A great naturalizer, this Daylily multiplies happily!

  • This clump-forming perennial will slowly spread to form colonies. It grows up to 30 in. tall (75 cm) and spreads slowly via rhizomes to 24-36 in. (60-90 cm). 
  • Easy to grow, this Daylily is an ideal choice for shrub borders or perennial beds, as ground covers on slopes or in containers near the patio.
  • Thrives in full sun to part sun in average, moist, but well-drained soils. While it performs well in a wide range of soils, fertile loam is preferred. Tolerates heat and summer humidity, but thorough watering is required to ensure its foliage remains attractive.
  • Daylilies attract butterflies and hummingbirds but are toxic to cats. Rabbits tend to avoid daylilies.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for mites, aphids, thrips, or daylily rust.
  • The best time to plant Daylilies is in early fall or early spring.
  • After flowering, remove spent blooms and seedpods to improve the appearance and encourage rebloom. When all the flowers on a scape are finished, cut off the scape close to ground level. Remove dead foliage from daylilies as they die back in the fall.
  • Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus is found across China, in Europe in N.E. Italy, and Slovenia and is one of the first daylilies used for breeding new daylily cultivars.

Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 10
Heat Zones 2 - 11
Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Xanthorrhoeaceae
Genus Hemerocallis
Common names Daylily
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Semi-Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Hemerocallis ‘Moses’ Fire’ (Reblooming Daylily)
Hemerocallis ‘Blackberry Sherbert’ (Reblooming Daylilies)
Hemerocallis ‘Lies and Lipstick’ (Reblooming Daylily)
Hemerocallis ‘Night Embers’ (Reblooming Daylily)
Hemerocallis ‘Bettylen’ (Reblooming Daylily)
Hemerocallis ‘Berrylicious’ (Reblooming Daylily)

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Verbascum chaixii ‘Album’ (Nettle-Leaved Mullein)
Lupinus ‘Noble Maiden’ (Lupine)
Geranium ‘Johnson’s Blue’ (Cranesbill)
Achillea ‘Moonshine’ (Yarrow)
Alchemilla mollis (Lady’s Mantle)
Salvia x sylvestris ‘Mainacht’ (Wood Sage)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 3 - 10
Heat Zones 2 - 11
Climate Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Xanthorrhoeaceae
Genus Hemerocallis
Common names Daylily
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Semi-Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers
Garden Styles Coastal Garden, Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage
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