Eremurus bungei / Eremurus stenophyllus
("Foxtail lily / Desert candles")
This is the smalles of the Eremurus species.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Late Spring - Mid Summer
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Fall or Spring
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Full sun
What Color Will the Flower Be?
Golden yellow
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
24 in / 60 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
10* in / 25* cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
48-52 in / 120-130 cm
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
At the back of borders and perennial beds and as cut-flowers.
Other Popular Varieties
Species only.
Additional Information
* PLANTING NOTE: top of the crown should only be covered with 2" (5 cm) of soil. Dig the hole 10" (25 cm) deep (or deeper if the roots are larger) and form a cone of soil in the center of the hole. Spread the roots carefully so that the crown rests on top of the cone. Then fill the hole back in.
About the Family
Eremurus Family
Native to western and central Asia.
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