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Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter'

Also Known As

  • Giant Pineapple Lily

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter' plant details

Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer green and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: flower spikes, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Big hummer from Sean Hogan with crinkle-edged leaves and seemingly extra vigor in a species replete with vigorous excess. Easily the largest and longest foliage of any of the forms of Pineapple Lily we grow, this will make impressive clumps with tall greenish-white flowers in summer. Hardy w/mulch.

Gardening facts about Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter' plant

How to Grow Eucomis pole-evansii 'Crispy Critter'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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aka Victoria Pineapple Lily

Plant Type

Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 18"-30"

Width: 20"

  • sun
  • even moisture
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Eucomis 'Victoria' flower by Rare Plant Research
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aka Eucomis bicolor [Purple], Eucomis reichenbachii, Pineapple Lily

Plant Type

Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Eucomis bicolor flower, form by Panayoti Kelaidis
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aka Eucomis pole evansii, Eucomis pole-evansii, Giant Pineapple Lily, Pineapple Lily

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - low
  • dry in winter
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Eucomis pallidiflora ssp. pole-evansii flower, foliage, form by plant lust
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aka Eucomis 'Van der Merwei', Dwarf Spotted Pineapple Lily, Van der Merwei Pineapple Lily

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 12"-15"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - occasional
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Eucomis vandermerwei foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Can Can Pineapple Lily

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 24"-28"

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Eucomis 'Can Can' flower, form by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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