Photo of Ixiolirion tataricum flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Ixiolirion tataricum

Also Known As

  • Ixiolirion pallasii
  • Tatar Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 16"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Ixiolirion tataricum plant details

Ixiolirion tataricum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ixiolirion tataricum

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: ixioliriaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 16 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ixiolirion tataricum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Narrow grassy foliage has exquisite deep violet blue open star shaped flowers on 16" stems. Long lived if given a hot dry summer resting period.

Gardening facts about Ixiolirion tataricum plant

How to Grow Ixiolirion tataricum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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