Eucomis autumnalis
("Pineapple lily / Pineapple flower")
All Eucomis have an unusual somewhat exotic appearance: the flower is formed by a spike of masses of little flowers or florets topped with a tuft of green (reminiscent of pineapple plants). The large broad foliage is soft-textured and wavy edged. Their look and soft pleasing color make them good border plants for the late Summer garden. Bees love eucomis nectar. This is a lower growing species with dainty small white flowers. After pollination the flowers turn green and remain decorative into the Fall-season.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Mid Summer continuous into mid Fall
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Spring
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Full sun to partial shade
What Color Will the Flower Be?
White
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
5 in / 13 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
3 in / 8 cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
10-14 in / 25-35 cm
Recommended Number of Bulbs Per Square Foot?
5
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
In borders, beds and in pots and (mixed) containers.
Other Popular Varieties
Species only.
About the Family
Eucomis Family
From the mountaineous areas of South Africa. The name Eucomis comes from Greek: 'eu' meaning 'pleasing' and 'kome' meaning 'hair of the head' thus referring to the tuft of leaf-like bracts that crown the flower.
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