Siloam Merle Kent daylily

Hemerocallis 'Siloam Merle Kent'

PerennialXanthorrhoeaceae

Siloam Merle Kent daylily
Rabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Sizeup to 24 inches tallup to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerGround coverLow maintenancePollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Siloam Merle Kent' daylily (Hemerocallis 'Siloam Merle Kent') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, loamy, clay, or chalky soil. Rabbits tend to nibble other plants first. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the fragrant blooms. It stays about 24 inches tall and wide, and it tolerates drought and salt.

Pairs well with Ruby Giant coneflower, Dense blazing star, and Lady's mantle.