Eremurus robustus
Foxtail Lilies
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Foxtail Lilies (Eremurus robustus) - Description
Eremurus robustus is a plant native to the Tien Shan and Pamir Mountains in central Asia that is often used as an ornamental plant. It often goes by the common name Foxtail lily. E. robustus has a stem six to ten feet high, with leaves as long as 48 inches, and 4 inches in width, the widest in its genus.
Foxtail Lilies (Eremurus robustus) - Growth
Foxtail Lilies do well in full sun and can withstand some heat.
Foxtail Lilies (Eremurus robustus) - Planting
Bury the tuberous roots with the shoot facing up 6" deep and space them about 1' apart. The roots are rather brittle and should be handled accordingly. Provide a wide hole when you plant the roots.
Foxtail Lilies (Eremurus robustus) - Interesting facts
These plants are called Foxtail Lilies because the flowers are borne on a tall stem where they are packed relatively tightly together, the styles of the flowers extend beyond the petals giving the inflorescence a "fuzzy" look, and the flowers bloom from the bottom up, which all give the inflorescence the look of a bushy fox's tail. The tuberous roots look like starfish (or more properly named, sea stars).
Foxtail Lilies (Eremurus robustus) - Soil and irrigation
Plant requires rich, fast-draining soil and will tolerate some aridity. Do not allow the plants to sit in standing water.
