What is Foxtail Lily?

Foxtail Lily is a herb perennial that produces stunning flowers on tall, slender stems in the middle of summer. This native of Asia is also known as a desert candle due to the shape of its floral spikes. These striking plants can reach a height of between 6 and 7 feet (1.8 and 2.1 meters), with several upper feet covered with flowers growing closely together. Shorter hybrids are also available. Foxtail Lily is located in shades of pink, white and yellow. They can grow in a partial shadow, but may have weak stems if they don't get enough sun. These beautiful lilies prefer sandy soil, but can tolerate other types of soil if they have good drainage and plenty of water. Foxtail lilies are not tolerant and should be kept moist, especially when they become a provision. One of them. It prefers to leave undisturbed, so it will be better in a permanent place in the ground. Although the bulbs can be divided, they are very fragile and easily break, so some gardeners buy new ones to prevent the possibilities of damagedOlder dividing by their division. Older plants will be again for proper cultivation.

Foxtail lily bulbs have an unusual appearance because they have different roots emitting and shaped somewhat as starfish. When the bulbs are planted, 6 inches (15 centimeters) should be dug (15 centimeters) deep and much wider than the bulbs, as they must be carefully placed in the holes with enough space to avoid breaking. Foxtail lily bulbs should be distributed at least 12 inches (30 centimeters) and planted in autumn.

It is recommended that the lily be planted in a protected place protected from the wind. When Foxtail Lily ended in flowering, cutting off flower spikes and leaving the leaves allows the plant to produce beautiful flowers during the next vegetation season.

FOXTAIL lilies are popular with a florist, protrumOj cut flowers can take up to two weeks. There are varieties of heritage and hybrids. Internet search will bring a list of kindergartens that sell these stunning summer blomers.