Eucomis comosa hybrid

Also Known As

Purple Pineapple Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 15"-24"
W: 12"

planting zones

7b-9b

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Eucomis comosa hybrid plant details

Eucomis comosa hybrid is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer cream and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucomis comosa hybrid

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, edging plant, flower spikes, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis comosa hybrid

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unnamed hybrid from South Africa with lovely purple tinged foliage. This surprisingly hardy bulb has lovely purple tinged white flowers topped by a tuffet of foliage. The flowers last for many weeks.