van der Merwe pineapple lily

How to Grow and Care for van der Merwe pineapple lily

van der Merwe pineapple lily · Eucomis vandermerwei

Best grown in very free-draining compost in a terracotta pot and taken under cover for winter or, in very mild areas, grow in a gravel bed or rockery. See eucomis cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing van der Merwe pineapple lily

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Best grown in very free-draining compost in a terracotta pot and taken under cover for winter or, in very mild areas, grow in a gravel bed or rockery. See eucomis cultivation

How to Water van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for van der Merwe pineapple lily?

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What Soil Is Best for van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune van der Merwe pineapple lily?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Propagate by seed sown in autumn or spring or remove offsets in spring

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How to Transplant van der Merwe pineapple lily?

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How to Care for van der Merwe pineapple lily in Winter?

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How to Plant van der Merwe pineapple lily?

Best grown in very free-draining compost in a terracotta pot and taken under cover for winter or, in very mild areas, grow in a gravel bed or rockery. See eucomis cultivation

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How to Repot van der Merwe pineapple lily?

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How to Harvest van der Merwe pineapple lily?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of van der Merwe pineapple lily

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Attributes of van der Merwe pineapple lily

Plant typeBulbs · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginNorthern South Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Eucomis vandermerwei
Genus
Eucomis
Family
Asparagaceae
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