Eucomis bicolor
pineapple lily bulb
A spectacular plant, with spikes of purple-edged, pale green star-shaped flowers on purple-spotted stems in July and August,...
Like an orchid on steroids with pineapple-topped cream-green flowers finely rimed in and flecked in claret-red and framed by hosta-like, vivid-green foliage - this coconut-scented exotic is proving hardier than first thought - it lasts in water too
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Eucomis bicolor:
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
Jungle
The trick to achieving the tropical effect is good preparation and dense planting, vivid foliage, fiery flowers and striking contrasts. The jungle garden is a place for theatrical planning and planting. If you don't have room or the inclination to turn y
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