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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

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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

Ixiolirion tataricum is known as Siberian or lavender mountain lily. It ranges from the Middle East to Xinjiang Province of China. Growing to just over one foot tall, it has narrow foliage and beautiful light blue to dark blue or purple flowers with darke
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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