🌱 How to Grow Foxtail Lily from Bulbs
Also known as:

• Hindi: फॉक्सटेल लिली

• Tamil: ஃபாக்ஸ்டெயில் லிலி

• Telugu: ఫాక్స్టెయిల్ లిల్లీ

• Malayalam: ഫോക്ക്സ്ടെയിൽ ലില്ലി

• Kannada: ಫಾಕ್ಸ್ಟೇಲ್ ಲಿಲಿ

• English: Foxtail Lily

• Botanical Name: Eremurus spp.

1. 🗓️ Choose the Right Season

• Best time to plant: Early spring or autumn (March–April or September–October)

• Thrives in temperate to dry climates

• Ideal temperature for planting: 15°C–20°C

2. 🌱 Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil with good aeration

• pH Level: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.5–7.5)

• Enrich soil with compost or organic matter to improve drainage and fertility

3. 🌾 Planting the Bulbs

• Depth: Plant bulbs 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) deep to protect from frost

• Spacing: 12–15 inches (30–38 cm) apart to allow tall growth

• Plant with the pointed end facing upward

4. 💧 Watering

• Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil

• Keep soil moist but not soggy during active growth

• Reduce watering once the plant is established to avoid rot

5. 🌿 Growth & Blooming

• Shoots emerge in 3–6 weeks depending on temperature

• Flower spikes appear in late spring to early summer (10–14 weeks after planting)

• Flowers arranged on tall spires, resembling a fluffy “foxtail,” in shades of cream, yellow, orange, pink, or white

6. ☀️ Sunlight & Temperature

• Prefers full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal flowering

• Tolerates partial shade but blooms may be less prolific

• Grows well in warm summers and cool winters

7. 🌼 Fertilization

• Apply balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) at planting time

• Feed with a high potassium fertilizer when flower spikes start forming

• Avoid excessive nitrogen which encourages leafy growth over flowers

8. 🛡️ Pest & Disease Control

• Common pests: Aphids, slugs, and snails

• Diseases: Root rot if overwatered, powdery mildew

• Use organic pest control like neem oil and keep soil well-drained

• Remove affected leaves promptly to prevent spread

9. 🌸 Aftercare & Maintenance

• Cut back spent flower spikes to encourage energy storage in bulbs

• Allow foliage to die back naturally before trimming to nourish bulbs

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Divide and replant bulbs every 3–4 years to maintain vigor

10. 🌱 Regrow Tip

• Propagate by dividing large clumps of bulbs in autumn or early spring

• Store bulbs in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area if lifted

• Replant annually or every few years for continuous bloom

🌸 Benefits of Foxtail Lily

• Dramatic, tall flower spikes add vertical interest to gardens

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Low maintenance once established, drought tolerant

• Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and large containers