Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy'

purple pineapple lily or pineapple flower

Family	Liliaceae
Plant Type	"bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone	USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	medium
Height	30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The "bulb, corm or tuber" Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' (purple pineapple lily) bears showy blossoms during mid-summer to late summer. This plant is clump forming and has showy foliage that is greyish magenta and light olive green in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' (purple pineapple lily). Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' (purple pineapple lily) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses	Accent, annual, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics	In autumn, Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' is alight with fall colour.
Cautions	Be aware that this "bulb, corm or tuber" is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets.