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Eremurus himalaicus

Common name(s): Himalayan Foxtail Lily, Desert Candle, Foxtail Lily
Family name: Asphodelaceae
Common family name: Asphodel Family
USDA hardiness zone(s): 3
Perennation: perennial
Light level: sun
Flower color: white
Plant height: 8 feet 2 inches
Plant spread: 12 inches
Deciduous: deciduous
Growth form: upright
Leaf color: green
Range: Afghanistan, NW. Himalaya
Habit: geophyte
Special characteristics:
Reflecting the mountainous landscape from which it comes, Eremurus himalaicus bears a spike of pure white blooms. Commonly know as foxtail lilies, these are especially impressive when planted against tall evergreens or at the back of a perennial border. Eremurus also make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers for summer arrangements.

Zones 3 - 8

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