Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus (9cm pot)

A fragrant variety with bright yellow flowers. Position: full sun Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June Hardiness: fully hardy This early-flowering daylily produces masses of fragrant, bright custard-yellow, lily-like flowers which open in the late afternoon, and last for just one day. It looks wonderful planted in drifts in a sunny mixed or herbaceous border, or to appreciate its fragrance, plant it close to an entrance or path. The bright green, strap-like leaves are semi-evergreen in mild areas, and so can form large clumps of strap-like foliage that helps to suppress weeds and disguise the dying foliage of spring-flowering bulbs. Like most hemerocallis, it is robust and easy to grow, provided you follow the tips below. Garden care: The Greek term 'hemerocallis' means 'beautiful for a day', and daylilies need regular deadheading to prolong flowering and prevent their unsightly deadheads from dominating the scene. Each stem carries several flowers, so snap off each flower as it fades. When the stem has finished flowering, cut it down to the ground. After the plant has finished flowering altogether, pull out the dead leaves. When the foliage is looking tatty, cut it down to the ground and fresh new growth will appear. Lift and divide every three years in spring to keep the rhizomes vigorous and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. Water frequently from spring until the buds appear.