Botanical Name

Eremurus stenophyllus

Commonly known as Eremurus

Eremurus stenophyllus (Eremurus)
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Towering candle-like spikes covered in tiny star flowers rise above a basal rosette. Foxtail lily, six feet of pure architecture.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jul
USDA Zones
5-8
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
4-8'
Bloom Colors
YellowOrangePinkWhite
Cut Flower Pollinator Friendly Deer Resistant
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About This Name

Eremurus stenophyllus is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Eremurus unambiguously. The genus Eremurus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Eremurus, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Eremurus stenophyllus will give you the most precise results.