Eucomis 'Purple Reign' PP35161

CROWNING GLORY™ Collection

Common Name: Pineapple Lily

No matter which way you slice it, this new collection of Pineapple Lilies from Proven Winners is going to stand out in your garden. The rigidly upright flower spikes offer a unique tropical flair, showing passing resemblance to a pineapple while in bloom. Members of this collection are notably compact, perfect for the front of the border or for use as a thriller in a mixed container. Expect to wait a few weeks to see these plants in spring, Pineapple Lilies (like Hardy Hibiscus) are among the last perennials to wake from their winter sleep. Eucomis grow from a bulb and need to be planted deep like a hardy Lilium (Tiger Lily) so that the flower stalk grows upright and to ensure winter hardiness.

A Pineapple Lily of intermediate size, this plant is perfect for use in mixed perennial borders or as a thriller in containers. 'Purple Reign' gets its name from the deep burgundy color of its spring foliage. The foliage holds its dark color well into summer when the flowers begin to come up. Star-shaped flowers open blush pink and darken to a deep mauve, lasting for many weeks. Acute leaves top the stems, reminiscent of a pineapple. Try this plant as a cut flower.

Eucomis are a tropical looking perennial native of South Africa. They are nicknamed "Pineapple Lily" for their tall inflorescence and spiky tops that look like the tropical fruit. Excellent as a perennial thriller in containers or the landscape. These plants can be tender and winter protection is recommended when growing in colder zones.

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Grade #1 Bare Root

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Height:

18.0-20.0 Inches

Spread:

24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Pink shades Purple shades

Foliage Color:

Purple shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Summer Early Fall

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Seasonal Interest:

Fall Color

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Modern

Other Features:

Container Cut Flower Easy To Grow Attractive Foliage Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

This tropical-looking plant is hardy to zone 6, but may require some winter protection if you are on the top of the hardiness range. If not hardy, use in containers and store in a frost free area. It grows best in full sun in the North and tolerates some shade in the South. When planting, make sure the crown or the bulb is planting very deep--at 6" below the soil line. Grow in moist, rich, well-drained soils. Foliage may emerge late in spring

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Container:

Premium 1 Gallon Pot

When to Plant:

Spring

Finish:

8-10 weeks

Notes:

Pay close attention to planting depth notes. For larger varieties like 'African Night' and 'Safari Adventure', 2 gallon pots are recommended as 1 gallon pots can be too small.

Growing Temperature:

65-70° F

Holding Temperature:

60-65° F

Soil PH:

6.2 -6.5

EC (What is EC?):

1.5-2.5 pour through method

Fertility:

Light to moderate feed rates of 75 - 100 ppm N at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Not required, flowers only form on a mature bulb. We only ship flowering size bulbs.

Pests & Diseases:

Avoid overly wet conditions as they may lead to crown or stem rot.

Potting & Timing:

Plant in spring. Fall potting not recommended.
Plant in 1.5 gallon containers to allow proper planting depth. This also helps to support the top heavy plants.

Moisture:

Moderate moisture
Avoid overly wet conditions.

Planting Level:

Plant the bulb 2.5 times the depth of the bulb.

PGRs/Pinching:

Not required

Lighting:

High light levels and long days required.
UV light is required to allow the dark foliage color to appear.
It is best to grow in direct sunlight as most greenhouse poly has UV inhibitors.

Grower Tips:

Do not fall plant in the north.
PLANTING DEPTH 2.5 times the depth of the bulb below the soil line.

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