About
Eucomis bicolor, the two-coloured pineapple lily, is a long-lived, bulbous perennial to 50 cm with wavy, ribbon-like leaves and purple-spotted stems bearing elongated, dense racemes of star-shaped, pale-green flowers edged with maroon, topped by a rosette of leafy bracts in late summer. A showy and rewarding bulb for a sunny, well-drained border or container.
About the genus
Eucomis, the pineapple lilies, are bulbous perennials with large, strap-shaped basal leaves and erect, often spotted stems bearing dense racemes of star-shaped flowers topped by a rosette of leafy bracts in late summer. Bold and ornamental, they make excellent border and container plants.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.