Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle' PP22954

Also Known As

Frizzle Sizzle Albuca

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 7"-12"
W: 7"-10"

planting zones

8a-12

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Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle' PP22954 plant details

Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle' PP22954 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle' PP22954

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 7 IN - 10 IN - wide, 7 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, fragrant, rare, summer dormant, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle' PP22954

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Albuca spiralis 'Frizzle Sizzle', the corkscrew Albuca, is a zany South African zone 8 bulb that has got to have some of the most surprising foliage in the botanical world. The semi-succulent leaves seem like they're going to be normal but then they spiral into dizzying swirls of leafy wonder. This is a perfect addition to a succulent collection. The flowers grow on spikes and are yellow-green. Untried outdoors in coastal BC so likely best as a pot plant to be safe. Bulbs can go dormant for a period so don't fret. Full full sun brings out the best curls.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Albuca spiralis ‘Frizzle Sizzle’ is a staff favorite here at Little Prince. We have one in our office that blooms 3 times a year! Narrow, cylindrical leaves emerge from a bulbous base and curl into springs and coils. Winter flowers are pendant, yellow-green, and smell of green olives. Grow on a sunny windowsill in a well-drained medium, and allow soil to dry out between watering. Reduce water in winter. SO CUTE!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Curious and rare South African bulbous perennial, the grassy onion like leaves are tightly curled and coiled at the ends (plant perm?), heat and dry make them coil even more! 8-12” spring spikes of sweet vanilla scented yellow flowers marked with green add more drama! This kinky plant needs well drained soil, full sun and is summer dormant, returning in fall. Let dry between waterings and find a dry spot for dormancy. Said to make a good houseplant in a sunny window and easy to overwinter indoors. Hardiness is not really known, but said to be USDA Z8b.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Are you looking for an unusual plant to bring enjoyment and whimsy to your gardening endeavors? Albuca 'Frizzle Sizzle' has thick, tightly curled leaves on short stems that arise from an underground bulb. Fragrant yellow flowers appear in spring on flower spikes that are adorned with10-20 blooms per spike. The blossoms have a light vanilla fragrance. Grow in full sun and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. There are no pest or disease problems with 'Frizzle Sizzle' so it makes an ideal home garden plant that's distinctive and eye-catching.