Himalayan foxtail lily – Romance; Himalayan desert candle

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Himalayan foxtail lily, sometimes called desert candle is breathtaking plant. The rhizome itself is stunning. It resembles a starfish with long and slender arms. Large, ear-shaped inflorescences belong to the most spectacular among garden plants. They offer a great addition to sunny borders.

Himalayan foxtail lily "Romance" is a variety that enchants with the beautiful, salmon-pink colour. Its tall (90 – 120 cm) stems shoot like spears from the rosettes of narrow, linear leaves. These plants end their lives with creation of the majestic inflorescences. The erect clusters appear at the beginning of summer. Small single blooms grow from the bottom and guarantee long blooming period. You don need to advertise desert candle ornamental value any longer. These plants make an unforgettable impression wherever you plant them. The unusual pastel colouring of their blooms also belongs to the advantages of this variety.

Site for growing desert candles needs to be sunny, wind-sheltered, warm, preferably among trees because of the height of the flowering stalks. The soil needs to be permeable and contain large amount of sand. It should also include nutrients and have a slightly acidic reaction. Heavy soils should be loosened with peat or coarse sand. Cover the plants with a layer of twigs or mulch. Broadly spread plants that are a few years old should be divided and transplanted elsewhere.

Foxtail lilies may be grown in groupings on lawns in order to allow them to display their whole charm. They fit perfectly on borders and look good planted against building walls. Combining a few colours is also a good idea. "Romance" Himalayan foxtail lily harmonizes with the grey colour of stones in rock gardens. It is also a valued cut flower that stays fresh in vases for a long time.

  • Species: Foxtail lily
  • Height: 90 – 120 cm
  • Flowering period: VI – VII