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Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy'

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.