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.
Additional information
| Generic | Eremurus |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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| Maintenance | |
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