Buy Dyckia 'Brittle Star'

Plant type

bromeliad

size

H: 6"-12"

planting zones

10a-11

4in | $10.95

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Dyckia 'Brittle Star' plant details

Dyckia 'Brittle Star' is an evergreen bromeliad with black, blue and white foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dyckia 'Brittle Star'

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, blue and white
Mature size: 12 wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: bare root shipping available, container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dyckia 'Brittle Star'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Dyckia hybrid has deep purple-black, thick, thorny leaves which are tinged with contrasting bright silver. Will tend to clump leading to large mats or growth.

This plant has been grown in a 4in container. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. The plant is shipped with as little dirt as possible.

By: Dry Oasis Plants

Displays rosettes of tapered, maroon leaves with contrasting white spines along the leaf edges. Also features orange flowers on tall stems. Best in well-drained soil with regular water in summer, little in winter. No fertilization needed. Plant in containers, rock and cactus gardens, or as an accent. Thrives in extreme heat. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!