Eucomis Comosa Mixed (Pineapple Lily)

Add a touch of the exotic to your garden with Eucomis comosa, also known as the Pineapple Lily. This bulbous perennial is celebrated for its unique and striking appearance, featuring clusters of star-shaped flowers that form dense, vertical spikes crowned by a tuft of green bracts, reminiscent of a pineapple. This distinct formation not only adds an air of curiosity but also makes it a true conversation starter in any garden.

The long, arching, strap-like leaves of Eucomis comosa create a lush, textural base, contrasting beautifully with the tall flower spikes that bloom in shades ranging from creamy white to soft and deep pinks. Flowering begins in August and continues through the late summer months, providing a burst of colour and interest when many other garden plants have begun to fade. These upright stems stand proudly, adding vertical drama and elegance to borders, beds, and container displays.

What sets Eucomis comosa apart is not only its tropical look but also its resilience. While it thrives in warm, sunny locations, it can be lifted and overwintered in pots or moved to a sheltered area in colder regions to ensure it returns to grace your garden year after year. Few plants offer such a blend of unique form and practical hardiness.

Ideal for gardeners who love to experiment with bold, unusual plants, the Pineapple Lily complements contemporary and cottage-style gardens alike. Place it in a sun-drenched spot with well-drained soil to see it flourish and enjoy its structural beauty that attracts curious glances and admiration alike.

Choose Eucomis Comosa Mixed for a touch of the tropics and a bloom that adds intrigue and elegance to your late summer garden.

Learn how to grow Eucomis

• Type: Bulbous perennial
• Common Name: Pineapple Lily
• Flower Colour: Creamy white to shades of pink
• Foliage: Arching, strap-like green leaves
• Height: Up to 50-70 cm
• Blooming Period: August to late summer
• Unique Feature: Dense, star-shaped flower clusters topped with a pineapple-like rosette of green bracts
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Regular watering, but avoid waterlogged soil
• Hardiness: Hardy in mild climates; requires lifting and overwintering in colder regions
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; lift bulbs in colder areas and store in a cool, dry place
• Ideal For: Borders, garden beds, and container displays
• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts pollinators, adding life to your garden
• Companion Planting: Pairs well with other summer-blooming perennials and grasses
• Interesting Fact: The pineapple-like crown adds a unique, tropical flair, making it a conversation piece in any setting
• Plant spacing: 9 bulbs per m2
• Supplied As: Bulbs
• Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
• We ship from: London