Eucomis 'Rhode Island Red'

Also Known As

Rhode Island Red Pineapple Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 36"-48"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Eucomis 'Rhode Island Red' plant details

Eucomis 'Rhode Island Red' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy and green foliage. In summer burgundy, pink and white flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucomis 'Rhode Island Red'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy, pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, flower spikes, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis 'Rhode Island Red'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a BIG one, up to 3 feet tall, the result of two large parents, E. autumnalis ssp. pole-evansii and E. 'Sparkling Burgundy' ! A large, luscious, upright rosette of leaves surround an even taller spike. Starry, white, pink, and burgundy florets clad this tower in August and September, culminating in the Eucomis signature topknot or flourish at its apex.Ships when dormant. Minimum temperature: -0 °F