{"product_id":"daylily-pearl","title":"Hemerocallis 'Pearl'","description":"\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"7d6cdc2e-b97b-4800-9197-7874255e9e6a\" class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-message  relative  leading-[1.65rem]  [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div\u0026gt;div\u0026gt;:is(p,ul,ol)]:pr-4  md:[\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div\u0026gt;div\u0026gt;:is(p,ul,ol)]:pr-8  [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-300  [\u0026amp;_.ignore-pre-bg\u0026gt;div]:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid-cols-1 grid gap-2.5 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSustainably Grown Organic Hemerocallis 'Pearl'\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHemerocallis 'Pearl'\u003c\/strong\u003e (Day Lily) is an elegant perennial renowned for its luminous cream flowers with subtle creamy pink undertones that bring refined beauty to summer borders. This robust performer combines architectural foliage with reliable flowering, providing colour and structure from early to midsummer while demonstrating exceptional adaptability and requiring minimal maintenance once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemerocallis 'Pearl' forms substantial clumps reaching 60-75cm (24-30 inches) in height, with a spread of 45-60cm (18-24 inches). These fully hardy perennials excel in British gardens, thriving in full sun to partial shade positions with moderately fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Their remarkable adaptability to various conditions and resistance to pests make them ideal for sustainable, low-maintenance garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant cream flowers with delicate pink blush appear on sturdy stems from early to midsummer, creating weeks of sophisticated colour. Each trumpet-shaped bloom measures approximately 10-12cm across, with gently ruffled petals and a subtle fragrance. True to their common name, individual flowers last just one day, but each stem produces multiple buds that open in succession, ensuring a prolonged display throughout the flowering period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHabit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemerocallis 'Pearl' develops attractive arching mounds of strap-like, bright green foliage that provides structural interest throughout the growing season. The graceful leaves create an effective backdrop for the pale flowers and maintain good appearance from spring through autumn, offering valuable form and texture even when not in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemerocallis demonstrates excellent resistance to pests and diseases, including slugs and snails which typically avoid the foliage. The plant performs reliably in borders, cottage gardens and mixed plantings, requiring minimal intervention beyond occasional division. Its tough constitution and adaptable nature make it one of the most dependable perennials for British gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Care For Hemerocallis 'Pearl'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a location with full sun to partial shade and moderately fertile, moisture-retentive soil. Incorporate organic matter before planting to improve soil structure. Space plants 45-60cm (18-24 inches) apart to allow room for their substantial clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during dry periods, particularly whilst in flower, as consistent moisture promotes the best blooming. Apply a balanced organic fertiliser in early spring and mulch around plants to maintain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove spent flowers daily to maintain a tidy appearance, though this is not essential for continued blooming. Cut back flower stems at their base once flowering has finished. Leave foliage intact until it naturally dies back in autumn, then remove to ground level in late winter before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Hemerocallis 'Pearl' Invasive?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemerocallis 'Pearl' is not classified as invasive in the UK. It forms well-behaved clumps that gradually increase in size and can be easily divided every 4-5 years to maintain vigour and create new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile perennial excels in mixed borders, cottage gardens, and waterside plantings where its tolerance of moist conditions proves valuable. The pale cream flowers provide excellent contrast with deeper-coloured companions and create luminous effects in evening gardens. The substantial foliage provides valuable structure in borders from spring through autumn, making it useful for filling gaps left by spring bulbs. Its resistance to common garden pests, combined with minimal care requirements and reliable performance across various conditions, makes it an invaluable addition to sustainable garden designs seeking year-round interest with reduced maintenance inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Organic Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"8cm woodfibre potted plant or rootball","offer_id":56579481960779,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 x young plants in 6 cm woodfibre pots","offer_id":56579481993547,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1\/2 - 1 Litre rootball balled \u0026 burlapped plant","offer_id":56579482026315,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/5140\/9227\/files\/Dayliliy_Pearl.png?v=1771630099","url":"https:\/\/www.organicplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/daylily-pearl","provider":"Organic Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}