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Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick]
Also Known As
- Puya berteroniana [Mike Remmick]
Plant type
perennial, bromeliad
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] plant details
Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] is an evergreen perennial bromeliad with blue foliage. In spring blue and orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick]
- Plant type: perennial bromeliad
- Plant family: bromeliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue and orange blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick]
![Photo of Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] flower by Far Out Flora](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/75/a3/75a33376209541e3b53e11efcbcfd95c.webp)
![Photo of Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] flower by J.G. in SF](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/da/cf/dacf365f546d40c1005021d07465e25f.webp)
![Photo of Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] flower by J.G. in SF](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/2b/fb/2bfbf0cf0e873ee29f00b91191c10b17.webp)
![Photo of Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] flower, form by The Ruth Bancroft Garden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/c3/57/c3577cfad13ffb1bc15da24295857b58.webp)
Gardening facts about Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick] plant
How to Grow Puya alpestris ssp. zoellneri [Mike Remmick]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Puya for your garden
aka Silver Puya
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
aka Puya berteroniana, Blue Puya, Turquoise Puya
Plant Type
Perennial, Bromeliad
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 3'-12'
Width: 3'-15'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Puya whytea, Sapphire Tower
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bromeliad
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bromeliad
Zones
7b-9b
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 36"
- sun - mostly sun
- dry in winter
aka Hay Stack Puya
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bromeliad
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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