Hemerocallis Summer Wine - Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Summer Wine' displays its large saturated intense pink trumpet-shaped flowers, veined with purple shades and illuminated by a chartreuse-green throat. Very vigorous and floriferous, this daylily blooms in mid-season and has deciduous foliage.

The Hemerocallis genus belongs to the daylily family, close to the lily family. These are perennial and hardy plants with deciduous or semi-evergreen foliage. 'Summer Wine' forms a compact clump that will reach a height of 60 cm (24 in), with a spread of 60 cm (24 in). The thick, satin-like flowers last individually for barely a day, but they continuously renew on sturdy stems. They measure 12 cm (5 in) in diameter. The linear foliage is deciduous. Daylilies are plants with short rhizomes and fleshy roots.

Very easy to grow, these undoubtedly hardy perennial plants thrive in both sun and shade. Some varieties spread more than others, and dividing the clumps in autumn allows enthusiasts to exchange their findings. The daylily is often called "the perfect perennial plant", due to its vibrant colours and its ability to tolerate any type of environment, but also due to its lack of modesty: it has a beautiful exuberance that is very appealing in a garden. Plant 'Summer Wine' in generous clumps along with other perennials. Also consider summer-flowering bulbs to vary the display, and add a touch of lightness with the graceful habit of a grass. This compact variety is perfect for container gardening to adorn a balcony or terrace: large pots of at least 30 cm (12 in) deep are recommended. The flowers are edible: they brighten up salads and garnish desserts.

Many varieties have been developed in Japan, where they are very popular. The flowers of these plants come in a wide range of colours and shapes. Over sixty thousand cultivars, mostly resulting from hybridisations by gardening enthusiasts, are listed, appreciated, and studied by international Hemerocallis societies.