Pineapple lily

Tall, ruffled flower spikes rise dramatically above broad, strappy leaves in this tropical member of the hyacinth family, quenching the thirst for exotic architecture in mixed borders. New varieties of the pineapple lily are hardier and even more colorful, with wine-color stems and foliage contrasting beautifully with the small rose or pale green flowers that open along the bloom spike. Some varieties can even tolerate full sun. In more temperate climates, the foliage will die back to the ground and resprout in late spring. Plant pineapple lily in warm, sunny locations in well-drained soil. Excessive winter moisture will cause the bulbous base to rot. Pineapple lily is also a great accent plant for large containers.

Light:

Sun,Part Sun

Zones:

7-10

Plant Type:

Bulb

Plant Height:

To 2 feet tall

Plant Width:

To 2 feet wide

Bloom Time:

Blooms spring and summer, depending on variety

Landscape Uses:

Containers,Beds & Borders,Privacy,Slopes,Groundcover

Special Features:

Flowers,Attractive Foliage,Attracts Hummingbirds,Attracts Butterflies,Drought Tolerant,Deer Resistant,Easy to Grow

Top Varieties

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'Sparkling Burgundy' pineapple lily

Eucomis 'Sparkling Burgundy' bears purple foliage and pink-blushed flowers in summer. It grows 2 feet tall. Zones 6-9
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Propagation

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