Overview
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Dyckia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' is an evergreen, clump-forming cultivar of the Dyckia genus, belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for architectural planting in city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, patios, containers, and conservatories. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, making it a striking choice for Mediterranean climate plantings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dyckia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dyckia 'Cherry Coke'
- Propagation
- Division of offsets, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Leaf spots
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dyckia 'Cherry Coke'?
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' need?
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' hardy in the UK?
Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Dyckia 'Cherry Coke'?
Division of offsets, Seed.
