pineapple lily
Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy'
Overview
The pineapple lily, also known as Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy', is a unique and beautiful plant with remarkable features. Its long, dark-purple leaves and tall stem create an exotic texture that stands out in any garden. It produces whitish-pink blooms that resemble tiny pineapples, giving the plant its name. These flowers form a crown at the top of the plant, highlighting its beauty. In the summer, a pineapple lily can produce white, fragrant flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Its vibrant hues and captivating scent make it a delight to behold, adding color and life to any outdoor space.
Care Guide
Watering
Water pineapple lilies regularly, ensuring the soil stays moist but not soggy. Provide about 1 inch of water each week and increase this amount slightly during hot, dry weather. Drip irrigation is an effective way to keep the soil evenly moist. Be sure to stop watering for a couple of weeks during winter since the plants are dormant. Water the plant deeply once a month to encourage healthy root growth, and fertilize lightly once every 2 months.
Light
Pineapple lily (Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy') prefers full sun, meaning it needs at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It requires lots of sunshine to produce vibrant foliage and large, showy flowers. It should be planted in an area where it will receive bright and uninterrupted sun throughout most of the day. During the hottest part of the day, the pineapple lily may require some light shelter or shade protection, especially in very hot climates or in times of extended heat.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6–9.
Pruning
Pineapple lily (Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy') should be pruned annually for best performance. Pruning should be done in early spring before any new growth appears, and lightly in late fall after the foliage dies back. To prune, remove any dead, dying, or diseased foliage. Cut back the foliage to about 3-quarters of its height and shape the plant as desired.
Propagation
Division, Seed Propagation, Cormlet Propagation, Offsets
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