EREMURUS
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EREMURUS
Commonly known as Desert candle, Foxtail lily
Spikes of lightly scented flowers adored by bees.
Genus of about 40-50 species of clump-forming, fleshy-rooted perennials found in dry grassland and semi-desert in western and central Asia.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Architectural interest
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Good to know
A recently introduced Ruiter hybrid. Do not shade base of plant.Long-lasting cut flowers -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin -
White
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Racemes
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Star-shaped
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Fully hardy
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
50cm (20in)
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HerbaceousClump-forming, robust, tufted perennial with lance-shaped, mid-green leaves 15-30cm (6-12in) long. Rosettes of basal leaves die back to the conical crown after flowering
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Free draining sandy soilFertile sandy loam, well drained. Mulch in autumn avoiding crown
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Full sun
Shelter from wind -
Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
50cm (20in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Eremurus - Growing Guide