Details
- Density
- 5-7 bulbs per square metre
- Flowering Height
- Up to 40-60 cm
- Flowering Time
- July to September in the UK
- Fragrant
- No
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bulb
- Planting Depth
- 10-15 cm
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring (Mid March-April)
- Sunlight
- Full Sun
Eucomis Bicolor (Pineapple Lily)
Long Blooming Time! Eucomis flowers for 6 to 8 weeks!
• We start shipping our summer flowering bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March. We ship from our warehouse in London.
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Description
Introduce a touch of the unexpected with Eucomis Bicolor, a striking perennial that commands attention with its distinctive blooms and lush foliage. This unique plant, often known as the Bicoloured Pineapple Lily, showcases tall, upright flower spikes adorned with star-shaped, pale green blooms marked by deep purple edges. Topped with a crown of leafy bracts, each spike resembles a miniature pineapple, adding an exotic flair to garden spaces.
Growing to a height of around 40-60 cm, Eucomis Bicolor provides an eye-catching focal point in borders or containers. Its deep green, strap-like leaves form a handsome base that contrasts beautifully with the dramatic flower spikes. Blooming typically from July to September in the UK, this perennial ensures your garden stays vibrant and lively well into late summer, when many other blooms have begun to wane.
Unlike other garden staples, Eucomis Bicolor brings a touch of surprise with its bicoloured petals and the purple-speckled stem that enhances its overall allure. Perfect for gardeners looking to create an unusual, tropical-inspired display, this plant thrives best in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Although hardy in milder climates, lifting the bulbs and storing them in a cool, dry place during the winter months is recommended for colder areas to ensure its return year after year.
Add Eucomis Bicolor to your collection for a garden feature that turns heads and sparks conversation, providing a long-lasting bloom and structure to complement other summer perennials.
Learn how to grow Eucomis
- Type: Bulbous perennial
- Common Name: Bicoloured Pineapple Lily
- Flower Colour: Pale green with deep purple edges
- Foliage: Strap-like, deep green leaves
- Height: Up to 40-60 cm
- Blooming Period: July to September in the UK
- Unique Feature: Spikes of star-shaped flowers with a crown of leafy bracts, resembling a small pineapple
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun; thrives in a sunny, sheltered spot
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Regular watering during the growing season; avoid waterlogged soil
- Hardiness: Hardy in mild climates; requires lifting and overwintering in colder regions
- Maintenance: Low-maintenance; lift bulbs and store in a cool, dry place over winter in colder areas
- Ideal For: Borders, containers, and as a unique focal point in garden displays
- Wildlife Attraction: Attracts pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity
- Companion Planting: Complements other summer perennials and ornamental grasses
- Interesting Fact: The purple-speckled stem adds an extra layer of interest to the already striking flower spikes
- Supplied As: Bulbs
- Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
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We ship from: London
Planting information
- Dig a hole to the required depth. You can find this required depth for each type of bulb, tuber or root in the growing guides.
- Depth is measurement of space between the soil line and top of bulb or bare root.
- Set the bulbs or bare root in place, pointed side or sprout side upward.
- Cover the bulbs by replacing the soil and water thoroughly.
Shipping rates
UNITED KINGDOM
Orders of £50 or more - FREE SHIPPING
Orders under £50 - Standard shipping - £6.90
Shipping schedule
We start shipping our spring planted flower bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by Mid March.
Bulbs that are planted in spring and have a tendency to bloom in summer are called spring bulbs. Not to be confused with bulbs that are planted in autumn and bloom in spring.
Guarantee
For over 4 generations, DutchGrown™ has built its reputation by offering the best flowers bulbs and bare root perennials available anywhere. We take pride in our exceptionally high level of quality control customer service, and our commitment to client satisfaction continues long after the bulbs leave our premises. When you order from DutchGrown™, we 100% guarantee that you will receive the hardiest flower bulbs available, packed with care and ready to thrive in your garden. Read more.
Details
- Density
- 5-7 bulbs per square metre
- Flowering Height
- Up to 40-60 cm
- Flowering Time
- July to September in the UK
- Fragrant
- No
- Origin
- Holland
- Plant Type
- Bulb
- Planting Depth
- 10-15 cm
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Shipping Time
- Spring (Mid March-April)
- Sunlight
- Full Sun