Eucomis pole-evansii

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An expensive bulb but unparalleled in its show and total dominance of its patch of garden, this stands nearly 6 feet tall. More
1 bulb 209004-1 £8.95 Delivery late February
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An expensive bulb but unparalled in its show and total dominance of its patch of garden, standing at nearly 6 feet tall. You can't beat it.

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Genus Eucomis
Group/Species pole-evansii
Type Hardy Perennial Bulb
Common Name Giant Pineapple Lily
Border Position Back
Bulb Size I
Soil Type Acid, Alkaline, Chalky, Fertile, Neutral, Sandy
Scent Unscented
Site Full Sun
Moisture Well-drained
Height 1.8m (6ft)
Spacing Plant 20-25cm (8-10in) deep, 30cm (12in) apart.
Sowing, Seeds, Planting Plant bulbs in spring in fertile, well-drained soil, it is best to lay the bulbs on a layer of sand or grit as they do not like to sit in winter wet. A sunny, sheltered position is ideal. Mulch in colder areas to protect from frosts. May also be planted in a large container and overwintered in a greenhouse or conservatory.
Care Tips Stop watering from late autumn to allow a dormant period, begin again in spring and water regularly 2-3 times per week during the growing season. It is also a good idea to add some organic fertiliser in early spring and give an occasional liquid feed when watering.
Flowering July - September, 3-4 months from planting to flowering.
Harvesting Flower production: 3 months
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
  • Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
  • Flowers/Harvest
Advice
How to grow Eucomis (Pineapple flower)

 Learn how to plant and grow Eucomis bulbs, for beautiful pineapple flowers in your autumn garden.

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Eucomis pole-evansii reviews

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Reviewed 17th August 2019 by Philip

Has put on plenty of leaf growth but not generated and flower stem. Not sure if this is normal and whether it will flower next year.

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Reviewed 12th August 2019 by Frances

Has not flowered.planted as per instructions very expensive mistake

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Jill

Came up well before burgundy eucomis. Looking good. Flowers yet to come. Again wondering how to overwinter this expensive bulb in Yorkshire.

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Frances

Lots of leave but no flowers

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Julia
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