Hemerocallis coreana
Care, watering, light and tips for Hemerocallis coreana on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Hemerocallis coreana
Hemerocallis coreana, also known as Citron daylily, is a herbaceous perennial plant renowned for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers. Its long, arching leaves form dense clumps, adding texture and color to the garden. It is ideal for borders, flowerbeds, or mass plantings, creating a spectacular visual impact during its summer bloom.
Native range
Korea and northeastern China
Care tips
This species prefers full sun for optimal blooming, though it tolerates partial shade. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but well-drained, especially during dry spells and flowering periods. It adapts to a wide range of soils, but prefers those rich in organic matter and with good drainage. A common mistake to avoid is not dividing the clumps every few years, which can reduce the plant's flowering and vigor.
How to save a dying Hemerocallis coreana
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown, soft and wilted leaves. Lack of flowering or deformed flowers. Soft, dark roots.
- First aid
- Remove plant, inspect roots. Cut off rotten parts. Re-pot in well-draining soil, water moderately. Place in partial shade.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage, causing root rot. Also intense direct sun in hot climates.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot is not too advanced and healthy roots remain. Act quickly.