Colourwise Nursery, Glenorie NSW

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Eucomis hybrid
'Pineapple Lily'

A perennial bulb from South Africa the ‘Pineapple Lily’
takes its name from the cluster of flowers topped by a
tufted crown of leafy bracts that resemble a pineapple on a totem pole.

Uses: Excellent garden plant for borders and mixed plantings.  Use coloured foliage forms as a tropical looking accent plant.  Performs well in large containers.
Flowers: Stout straight flower stem arises (50 – 70 cm) from the centre of the bulb in late summer.  Individual perfumed flowers to 2 cm across may be white or various shades of pink.  Flowers are good for picking, lasting well in fresh water.
Growth Habit: Broad strap foliage (45cm long and 5cm wide) emerges from a herbaceous perennial bulb and forms a rosette to 60cm wide of green or reddish-purple coloured foliage.
Growing Guide: Easy to grow in well-drained, organic, sandy soil with best colour and flowering in full sun.  Cold tolerant to -10°C once established.

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