Eremurus White Beauty Favourite - Lis des steppes
Eremurus White Beauty Favourite - Foxtail Lily
Eremurus White Beauty Favourite
Foxtail Lily
I waited a long time for availability to order, but unfortunately it wasn't the right planting year... even with well-drained soil, the 6 months of rain took a toll on 2 out of the 3 plants... but fingers crossed, maybe they are just waiting for some sun and warmth...
Adeline, 17/04/2024
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Description
Eremurus 'White Beauty Favourite', also known as the Ruiters Hybrid Steppe Lily, is a truly astonishing perennial plant with a tuberous root. In late spring or early summer, it produces enormous spikes that are surprisingly light despite their imposing size. They are covered in hundreds of small ivory-white star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and stamens, emerging from a clump of ribbon-like foliage. Vigorous and spectacular, this highly sculptural plant adapts to all styles of gardens. It thrives in sunny, well-drained soils. It dislikes strong winds and wet soils in winter.
Originating from the cold high plains of Asia, the 'White Beauty Favourite' steppe lily is a majestic plant of hybrid origin that can reach up to 1.25m (4ft) in height. In its native lands, these very hardy plants survive the winter thanks to the protection of a thick blanket of snow. The bulb, formed by large fleshy roots surrounding a bud, resembles an octopus. This tuberous stump produces a clump of luxuriant ribbon-like leaves that can grow up to 80cm (32in) in height. The leaves are deciduous and wither as the first floral spikes emerge in May-June. The star-shaped flowers bloom from bottom to top, allowing the plant to be in flower for several weeks.
The majesty and elegance of Eremurus 'White Beauty Favourite' make it perfect for perennial borders, where other flowers can decorate its bare stem when it is in full bloom. It can be planted in groups, among English roses, or alongside foxgloves, clary sage, meadow grasses, delphiniums, fennel, or toadflax to create an imposing scene with a romantic touch. However, care should be taken to ensure that the planting is not too dense, as this plant does not appreciate root competition. It can also be grown in a large container on a patio or in a small garden, taking care to accompany it with a pretty ground cover that will not smother it, such as aubrieta or creeping bugle.
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Eremurus
White Beauty Favourite
Asphodelaceae
Foxtail Lily
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant Eremurus 'White Beauty Favourite' during September-October in a sunny location, sheltered from the wind to prevent damage to the flower spikes. Place it in rich, deep, loose, fertile soil that is moist but very well-drained. Well-drained soil improves root development and hardiness. To improve drainage, you can mix coarse sand into the soil at the time of planting. Plant the tubers in autumn at a depth of no more than 7cm (3in) as it needs to be quickly warmed by the sun's rays in spring. Winter moisture is fatal to it. Protect the plant with a thick mulch of fern leaves, pruning waste, or straw, without covering the collar. Young shoots should be protected with a dry mulch. The firmly rooted plant does not require staking, except in regions where the wind is particularly frequent and strong.
Eremurus can be divided and multiplied in autumn, every 3 or 4 years, by carefully separating the tubers. Look at the base of the stump, near the faded flower stem, to identify the presence of 2 buds. They can be separated while retaining some of the tuberous roots; each will produce a flower stem the following year.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.