Eucomis comosa Tugela Jewel PP23699

Scientific Name: Eucomis comosa 'EUW061'

Also Known As

Eucomis 'Tugela Jewel'
Tugela Jewel Pineapple Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

7a-10b

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Eucomis comosa Tugela Jewel PP23699 plant details

Eucomis comosa Tugela Jewel PP23699 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy and green foliage. In summer pink, purple and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucomis comosa Tugela Jewel PP23699

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, purple and red blooms in summer
Uses: flower spikes

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis comosa Tugela Jewel PP23699

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Eucomis 'Tugela Jewel' is a stately pineapple lily with foliage emerging with a burgundy flush and slowly changing to green. The stunning inflorescences emerge on purple stems with purple buds opening to pale pink flowers that age to reddish-purple. Stunning! Very easy to grow and perfeclty hardy even to zone 6 with a good mulch. Full sun for best foliage colour and stature. Grow in containers or the ground.