pineapple lily
Eucomis comosa
A.M.-R.H.S. 1956
USDA zones7 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size18 to 24 inches tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Yellow, green, pink, purple, white
- Foliage color
- Green, purple/lavender
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Pineapple lily (Eucomis comosa) is a bulb for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Dense spikes of greenish white flowers with purple centers rise above the leaves in late summer. The leaves have crimson spots and slightly wavy edges, and the stalks are spotted with dark purple. Bees visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Coralbells, Tuberose, and Calendula.
Native range
S Africa (E Cape Province and Natal).