Primera urn plant

Aechmea fasciata 'Primera'

HouseplantBromeliaceae

RHS AGM 2015

Primera urn plant
Drought tolerant
USDA zones10 to 11
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Growth rate
Slow
Habit
Open
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

ContainerGround cover

Notes

'Primera' urn plant (Aechmea fasciata 'Primera') is a houseplant for containers and ground cover. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 10 and warmer, down to about 30°F (-1°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. It grows slowly and has an open habit. It blooms from early to late spring and tolerates drought.

Pairs well with Stromanthe, Raven zz plant, and Pearls and Jade pothos.