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. |