Violet-mauve blooms with creamy-yellow ruffled edges and a greenish centre distinguish Hemerocallis 'Best Seller'. Although each individual flower opens for only one day, the sheer number of buds ensures a steady succession of new blooms, filling the garden with vibrant colour for many weeks right through the summer.
Thrives in fertile soil. Hemerocallis 'Best Seller' is a permanent plant, which can remain undisturbed for years, increasing in size and beauty as time goes on, seldom needing attention. Plant in groups amongst shrubs or with other perennials, where summer colour is often lacking.
Hemerocallis thrive in a sunny, well-drained spot, woven between perennials and shrubs for added summer colour.
Plant roots with the crown just under the soil surface, 30-40cm apart in fertile soil, between November and March.
Provide regular watering, ensuring the soil stays consistently moist until established.
Little care is required for these rewarding perennials which can remain undisturbed for years in the garden.
Divide clumps every few years to re-invigorate plants.
Smaller varieties can be grown in large pots of multi-purpose compost with added manure.