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Pineapple Lily

Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy'

This eucomis starts with deep burgundy leaves that lighten to olive green prior to blooming.

Characteristics:

Bloom Time:

Blooms late summer

Mature Height:

16-20 In

Hardiness Zone:

6-9 Find your zone

Exposure:

Full Sun

Features and Usage:

Greenhouse Growing Instructions:

Grow at 60 - 70° F under long days with high light levels. Keep soil evenly moist, but avoid overly wet or completely dry conditions. Eucomis benefit from 75-100 ppm N with every watering. Plants generally finish in 8-10 weeks based on growing conditions.
Plants Per Gallon: 1 to 3

Transplanting Instructions:

Plant bulb deep in the pot covered with 3" of soil, pointy end up. Use a well draining professional potting media and water immediately. Apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.

Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:

Pineapple Lilies are easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun.

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We have done our best to describe this plant as accurately as possible, however, different climates
and growing conditions in different parts of the country will affect height, bloom time, and color.