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Vriesea imperialis

Also Known As

  • Giant Bromeliad

Plant type

cactus / succulent, bromeliad

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Vriesea imperialis plant details

Vriesea imperialis is an evergreen bromeliad or cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vriesea imperialis

Plant type: bromeliad or cactus / succulent
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vriesea imperialis

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bromeliad to 5', multiple offsets, long-lived bloomstalk. Hardy to 30 °F.

Gardening facts about Vriesea imperialis plant

How to Grow Vriesea imperialis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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