| Common Name | Foxtail Lily / Desert Candle |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Eremurus |
| Species | Robustus |
| Origin | Iran, Afghanistan |
| Blooming | Summer, tall spikes above foliage |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Glauca blue |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Gritty, well-draining sandy-loam or gritty mix. Avoid heavy clay to prevent bulb rot.
Water regularly during active spring growth and summer blooming. Reduce watering after foliage yellows in late summer; keep dry in winter dormancy.
Full sun exposure is essential for strong stems and flowering; tolerate partial shade but blooms may be sparse.
Apply slow-release bulb fertilizer at planting. Feed monthly with liquid feed during active growth phase (April to August).
Cut flower spikes back after blooming to prevent seed set. Remove dead foliage once fully yellowed before winter.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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