Eucomis vandermerwei (Pineapple Lily)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Eucomis |
| Species | vandermerwei |
| Category | Bulbs, Tropicals |
| Origin | Southern Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9a - 9b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 9a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -5 to 1 |
| Temperature (°F) | 23 - 34 |
| Height | 30 - 45 cm |
| Spread | 45 - 60 cm |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Propagate by seed, sown in autumn or spring or by division of offsets. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun in rich, well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Generally pest and disease free. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
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