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Puya raimondii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Puya raimondii plant details

Puya raimondii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Puya raimondii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Puya raimondii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Puya raimondii plant

How to Grow Puya raimondii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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