Buy Eucomis 'Zulu Flame'

Also Known As

Zulu Flame® Pineapple Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-24"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

7a-10b

4x5 inch pot | $21

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Eucomis 'Zulu Flame' plant details

Eucomis 'Zulu Flame' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucomis 'Zulu Flame'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, edging plant, flower spikes, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis 'Zulu Flame'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another fab Pineapple Lily from Terra Nova Nursery, with 2’ clumps of thickened,super-wide foliage generously dipped in burgundy and holding its color well all season; flower spikes in late summer are burgundy on stout, no flop stems. This Eucomis has enhanced hardiness and will provide a glowing tropical flair to gardens in well drained soils, full to half day sun and watering when dry. Also quite content in pottery.

By: Secret Garden Growers

From Terra Nova Nursery, this new selection is said to have originated as an even darker seedling of 'Oakhurst' which has wintered over in our gardens here in zone 6A. The images we've seen show the flowers to be bit more saturated in color…a nice plum pink color. Foliage grows to about 18-20" with the flower stems reaching a good 2'. Grow in wells trained soil, and full sun.

By: Avant Gardens

Zulu Flame' pineapple lily has broad, warm burgundy leaves that is thicker and never flops like other Eucomis. The shorter, sturdier, burgundy flower stems hold deep pink flowers that together look like a pineapple. Use in pots or as a stately focal point in the perennial border. Full sun for best foliage colour. Grow in containers or the ground.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

TERRA NOVA® 'Zulu Flame' has darker purple leaves than Eucomis 'Oakhurst' with a much improved habit. The broader, thicker foliage never flops and the flowers are darker on shorter stalks. TERRA NOVA® 'Zulu Flame' will add a tropical touch without any fuss. Hardy to at least zone 6, this vigorous, cold tolerant gem should find its way into a featured garden spot or a special pot from coast to coast.

By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Gardening facts about Eucomis 'Zulu Flame' plant

How to Grow Eucomis 'Zulu Flame'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant