Dyckia 'Sabertooth'

Also Known As

Sabertooth Dyckia

Plant type

bromeliad

size

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

planting zones

8a-11

Dyckia 'Sabertooth' plant details

Dyckia 'Sabertooth' is an evergreen bromeliad with blue foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dyckia 'Sabertooth'

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dyckia 'Sabertooth'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This pineapple relative has long, succulent, green leaves overlaid with silver and white spines. Flowers in spring on spikes with orange blooms. Dyckias are the most cold tolerant of the Bromeliad family.They are drought tolerant but thrive on frequent watering during the active growing season. Keep plants on the dry side during cold weather.