Desert Candle,Foxtail Lily. A tufted perennial with narrow bluish green leaves, producing a tall flower spike of pale pink flowers with yellow stamens. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Eremurus robustus
A tufted perennial with narrow bluish green leaves, producing a tall flower spike of pale pink flowers with yellow stamens.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Eremurus |
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Species | robustus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Desert Candle, Foxtail Lily |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Light |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 3m |
Family | Asphodelaceae |
Spread | 1.2m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide support |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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