I just planted my bulbs last fall and I have 3 beautiful flowers per bulb that are lasting a really long time (4 weeks and counting). Th...Read Moreey don't need staking. The foliage does not look so pretty (starts drying out when the flowers show up), so I planted some nepeta (catmint) right next to them to cover it up.
Eremurus need a little time to establish, and should be replanted every 4 to 5 years in early Autumn. They replenish themselves yearly b...Read Morey growing a new crown on top of the old one.
Their roots are starfish shaped, and should be planted with the 'tendrils' spread out, taking care not to break them as they can be fragile. The 'crown' or central growth point should be planted near the surface. They like a well drained, rich loamy soil with added leaf mould or well rotted cow manure.
Plant in the sunniest spot you have, as lack of sun may affect the number of flower spikes they grow. For this reason the root is best exposed to sun, but the strap shaped foliage starts to die back as the flower stem makes so low perennials are a good idea, but giving the roots good space.
Late frosts may damage new growth, which starts in Spring, but I have had no trouble. In colder areas a dry winter mulch should be given against severe frost.
I just planted my bulbs last fall and I have 3 beautiful flowers per bulb that are lasting a really long time (4 weeks and counting). Th...Read More
Eremurus need a little time to establish, and should be replanted every 4 to 5 years in early Autumn. They replenish themselves yearly b...Read More