Eucomis vandermerwei - 5 bulbs p/pack

Bulb Name & Description    

Eucomis vandermerwei is a striking, compact bulbous perennial native to South Africa, renowned for having distinctive pineapple-like flower spikes.The pineapple lily produces dense clusters of small, star-shaped greenish-white flowers topped with a tuft of leafy bracts. 

Common Name    

pineapple lily

Family    

Asparagaceae

Level of difficulty  

Easy

Indigenous    

Yes

Edible    

No 

Natural Habitat

High altitude grasslands

Planting time

Early spring to early summer

Mature height    

10cm

How to plant  

Choose a warm and sunny spot to plant the bulbs with their necks at soil level, and space them 20cm apart. Keep the soil consistently moist.

Flowering time    

Summer to autumn

Further Care

Mulch with compost and water every 2-3 days in pots. Less frequently if planted in the ground. 

Disclaimer

Toxic. Not for consumption. Keep away from children and pets.