Foxtail lily collection
foxtail lily collection
Eremurus are impressive clump-forming perennials that hail mainly from dry grassland, semi-arid and mountainous regions throughout central and western Asia.
In early summer their thick, fleshy roots produce a loosely tufted rosette of strap-shaped leaves from which a magnificent, upright flowerspike emerges that can reach up to 3m tall. This is densely packed with hundreds of buds, which open slowly from the base to star-shaped flowers with showy stamens.
Once flowering has finished, the plants will die back and remain dormant until the following spring.
In early summer their thick, fleshy roots produce a loosely tufted rosette of strap-shaped leaves from which a magnificent, upright flowerspike emerges that can reach up to 3m tall. This is densely packed with hundreds of buds, which open slowly from the base to star-shaped flowers with showy stamens.
Once flowering has finished, the plants will die back and remain dormant until the following spring.
How to care for Eremurus collection:
Plant Eremurus tubers from September to November, spreading the starfish-like roots over a mound of soil in a shallow hole, with the crown about 5cm (2in) below the surface. Space them 30-60cm (12-24in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil and a sunny, sheltered spot.
After flowering, deadhead the spent blooms and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser weekly for about a month. Allow the foliage to die back naturally, then leave the tubers in the ground, ensuring the soil remains well-drained to prevent rot.
Foxtail lilies resent disturbance so hand weed around them. They don’t thrive in the shadow of other plants.
If lifting is necessary due to soil prone to waterlogging, store the tubers in a cool, dry place over winter.
After flowering, deadhead the spent blooms and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser weekly for about a month. Allow the foliage to die back naturally, then leave the tubers in the ground, ensuring the soil remains well-drained to prevent rot.
Foxtail lilies resent disturbance so hand weed around them. They don’t thrive in the shadow of other plants.
If lifting is necessary due to soil prone to waterlogging, store the tubers in a cool, dry place over winter.
What's included:
In each collection you will receive 1 tuberous rootstock of each of the following:
- Eremurus stenophyllus: Bright yellow flowers with protruding, orange-tipped stamens turn a rusty brown as they mature from early to midsummer, giving the flowerspike a beautiful two-tone effect. A spectacular addition to prairie style planting schemes. Grows to 1.5m.
- Eremurus 'Line Dance' (PBR): Tall, slender flower spikes emerge from clumps of narrow, mid-green leaves, creating a striking vertical accent in early summer. The densely packed, star-shaped white flowers of Eremurus 'Line Dance' open from soft peach buds, forming elegant tapering plumes. Grows to 1.2m.
- Eremurus × isabellinus 'Cleopatra':Stately, slender spikes packed with burnt orange flowers soar above strap-shaped, bluish-green leaves in early and mid summer. This spectacular foxtail lily makes a bold statement towards the back of a sunny, well-drained border. It's best partnered with late-flowering perennials and tall grasses which help to mask the plant's short-lived foliage. Grows to 1.5m.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
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