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Dyckia platyphylla

Plant type

bromeliad

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

Dyckia platyphylla plant details

Dyckia platyphylla is an evergreen bromeliad with burgundy and green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dyckia platyphylla

Plant type: bromeliad
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, rock garden, spiky, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dyckia platyphylla

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Dyckia platyphylla plant

How to Grow Dyckia platyphylla

  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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