Lemon day-lily

Lemon day-lily Care

Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus

What is the plant

Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus is a plant of the genus Hemerocallis. It is one of the first daylilies used for breeding new daylily cultivars. Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus grows in big, spreading clumps, and its leaves grow to 75 cm long.

Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus is commonly called lemon daylily or lemon lily and features 4" diameter, trumpet-shaped, lemon yellow flowers. Individual flowers open up for 1-2 days. This species daylily has flower scapes rising up to 3' tall from a clump of arching, strap-shaped, medium green leaves. Valued for early bloom period (May-June) and very fragrant flowers. Also known as H. flava. Genus name comes from the Greek words hemera meaning day and kallos meaning beauty as each flower lasts but one day. Specific epithet is a combination of lili meaning lily and the genus name Asphodelus.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
The best way to water a peace lily is to set the plant in the sink. pour water slowly onto the soil until liquid drips through the bottom of the pot. let the plant drain thoroughly, then return it to its drainage saucer. never let the plant sit in water, as disease caused by excess water is the number one reason for houseplant death.
Pruning
Lily flowers should be removed as soon as they fade. Blooms left in place will produce seed, which diverts energy from flower production and plant growth. The flowers can be cut or pinched off. Alternatively, cut the stalks when the blooms first open and use them in floral arrangements.
Fertilizer
Feed lilies when they come into flower. Lilies are heavy feeders. As they come into flower, feed them with a high-potassium liquid fertiliser – such as tomato feed – every two weeks. Continue feeding lilies after they have finished flowering to help the bulbs grow and ensure a good display the following year.

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Sunlight
Avoid direct sun exposure.
Soil
They need well-drained, moisture-retentive soil, so add lots of organic matter when planting. In heavy clay soils, plant the bulbs on a layer of coarse sand or gravel to improve drainage.
Temperature
The plant can be grown in the areas with the lowest winter temperatures of −34.4°C (−30°F).

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Container
To grow potted lily plants, you will need these few things: ... A medium to large, well-draining pot – Proper drainage is very important for lilies. While they like moist soil, sopping wet soil will cause the bulbs to rot. Make sure you select a container with drainage holes on the bottom
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