Eremurus (Foxtail Lilies) Cleopatra

Showy and stately, Cleopatra (Foxtail Lilies) Eremurus add vertical interest and showy, orange flower spikes to the summer garden. They attract pollinators, too. Growing 4-5' tall, Cleopatra Eremurus has a compact root, strap-shaped leaves and hundreds of small, individual flowers. One of the most colorful tall flowers available, foxtail lilies are also excellent in cut-flower displays. Foxtail lilies bloom for 10-15 years without dividing. Native to drier regions of western and central Asia, they grow best in full sun. Deer tend to avoid.

Botanical Name: Eremurus x isabellinus 'Cleopatra'

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Product Details

Restricted States US:
AE AK GU HI PR VI
Botanical Name:
Eremurus 'Cleopatra'
Ship As:
Bare Root
Size:
#1 BAREROOT
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Naturalizing, Rock Garden, Winter Interest, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator

Flower Color:
Orange
Flower Form:
Very long spike
Foliage Type:
Linear strap shaped
Mature Spread:
12 - 18 inches
Spacing:
9 - 12 inches

Growing Tips

Planting Instructions:
6" deep and 18 - 24" apart
Soil Moisture:
Well drained
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Pruning Instructions:
Remove spent flower stems.

Winter Care:
Mulch +/-2"
Planting Depth:
6" deep
Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.
Fertilization Requirements:
Once per year
Special Care:
Not needed

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Fall 2024 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroots
Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	9/2/24 - 12/6/24	12/2/24
7A - 11B	9/23/24 - 12/6/24	12/2/24

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Eremurus (Foxtail Lilies) Cleopatra