Eremurus himalaicus

Also Known As

Eremurus himaliacus
Foxtail Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Eremurus himalaicus plant details

Eremurus himalaicus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eremurus himalaicus

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eremurus himalaicus

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Himalayan foxtail lily has dramatic five foot (or more) spires of white flowers that tower above bright green strap-like leaves in early summer. Give foxtail lilies their space and do not allow other perennials to overgrow their foliage. Surround them with nice low groundcovers. The foliage goes dormant after bloom when soil moisture should be reduced.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

We're just going to be tossing superlatives by the shovel full when it comes to the Foxtail Lilies so bear with us! Native to Afghanistan with 6' stems of starry white fragrant flowers and is excellent cut although we can't bear to do so. Rich well drained soil. Plant so bud 3" deep. Summer dry.

By: Far Reaches Farm

Towers to 8' tall of snow white fox tail plumes in early summer. One of the first Eremurus to bloom and what fantastic sight it is. Dry when dormant is essential.