Hemerocallis 'Gentle Shepherd'
Gentle Shepherd Daylily
Description
This strap-leafed perennial is enjoyed for it enduring flowers and hearty constitution. It has dark green leaves that protrude from the base (at least 30" tall) and lovely lily-like flowers that burst forward from long stems. The blooms are white with pale yellow throats.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Meadow, Seascape, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).