pineapple lily 'Goliath'
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A large, bulbous deciduous perennial with tufts of very long strap-shaped green leaves and a very tall, upright column of small creamy-white flowers with green centres which appear in late summer. Flower spikes can reach heights of up to 2m and may therefore require staking
Scientific classification
- Species
- pineapple lily 'Goliath' (Eucomis pallidiflora 'Goliath')
- Genus
- Eucomis
- Family
- Asparagaceae
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- Toxicity
- Bulbs · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming · Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of pineapple lily 'Goliath'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of pineapple lily 'Goliath'
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pineapple lily 'Goliath' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by removing offsets in spring
Growing
GrowingPlant bulb deeply, at least 15cm deep, to support the very tall stem, in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun. Mulch well in colder areas. Tall flower spikes may need staking. See eucomis cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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