Eremurus altaicus

Eremurus altaicus

Native to:
China | Kazakhstan | Kirgizstan | Russia | Tadzhikistan | Uzbekistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asphodelaceae
Genus:
Eremurus
Species:
Eremurus altaicus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination occurs in spring.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C for 3 months, then place @ 4C for 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society