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Eremurus x isabellinus ‘Cleopatra’ (Foxtail Lily)

Foxtail Lily 'Cleopatra', Desert Candle 'Cleopatra', Giant Desert Candle 'Cleopatra'

Eremurus x Isabellinus 'Cleopatra', Eremurus Isabellinus 'Cleopatra', Foxtail Lily 'Cleopatra', Desert Candle 'Cleopatra', Giant Desert Candle 'Cleopatra', Orange flowers
Eremurus x Isabellinus 'Cleopatra', Eremurus Isabellinus 'Cleopatra', Foxtail Lily 'Cleopatra', Desert Candle 'Cleopatra', Giant Desert Candle 'Cleopatra', Orange flowers

A breathtaking beauty, Eremurus x isabellinus ‘Cleopatra’ (Foxtail Lily) is a tall perennial boasting glowing tangerine flower clusters rising high on imposing stalks, adding drama and spectacular vertical lines in the garden. Soaring from a rosette of strap-shaped green leaves from early to mid-summer, each graceful flower spike is richly covered with hundreds of tiny apricot blossoms which open from the bottom upwards for a long-lasting display. Since the foliage withers back during the flowering period, plant your Eremurus among ground covers, late-flowering perennials, or tall grasses that will hide the short-lived foliage and provide added attractiveness.

  • Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall (120-150 cm) with a spread of 2-3 ft. (60-90 cm). This plant naturalizes well and comes back year after year.
  • Thrives in full sun, in rich and well-drained soils. Easy to grow, Foxtail Lilies are not fussy about soil conditions as long as there is excellent drainage. Good drought tolerance.
  • Virtually pest and disease-free, Foxtail Lilies attract the energy of butterflies and hummingbirds but are deer and critter-resistant.
  • Stunning in front of a dark background, at the back of the border or as cut flowers. Plant in groups of 5 minimum for best visual impact.
  • Plant in early fall (in mild climates) or in spring (cold climates) in a sheltered location to protect your Eremurus from strong winds. Although the tubers are winter-hardy, a mulch layer is highly recommended.
  • Plant your bulbs deep enough so that the top of the crown is only covered with 2 in. (5 cm) of soil. Allow space around each plant as it likes the sun to warm its tubers. Provide consistent moisture during the growing season and do not allow the soil to dry out. After flowering, you may reduce watering.

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Heat Zones 5 - 8
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Xanthorrhoeaceae
Genus Eremurus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid)
Height 4' - 5'
(120cm - 150cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Depth 10" (30cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
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Eremurus Romance, Eremurus Isabellinus 'Romance', Foxtail Lily 'Romance', Desert Candle 'Romance', Giant Desert Candle 'Romance', Orange flowers
Eremurus stenophyllus, Foxtail Lily, Desert Candle, Narrow-Leaved Foxtail Lily, Eremurus bungei, Yellow Eremurus, Yellow Foxtail Lily, Yellow Flowers
Eremurus himalaicus, Himalayan Foxtail Lily, Foxtail Lily, Desert Candle, White Eremurus, White Foxtail Lily, White Flowers
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Eremurus Foxtrot, Foxtrot Foxtail Lily, Foxtail Lily Foxtrot, Desert Candle Foxtrot, Pink Eremurus, Pink Foxtail Lily, Pink Flowers
Eremurus Oase, Oase Foxtail Lily, Foxtail Lily Oase, Desert Candle Oase, Pink Eremurus, Pink Foxtail Lily, Pink Flowers

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Heat Zones 5 - 8
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21
Plant Type Perennials
Plant Family Xanthorrhoeaceae
Genus Eremurus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Early, Mid)
Height 4' - 5'
(120cm - 150cm)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" (60cm)
Depth 10" (30cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Showy
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage
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