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Eucomis Bicolor
Eucomis Bicolor RHS AGM Eucomis Bicolor The pineapple lily Eucomis Bicolor Eucomis Bicolor 'The Pineapple Lily'

RHS Award of Garden Merit

Eucomis Bicolor, more commonly known as the Pineapple Lily, is a unique and exotic-looking bulbous perennial that brings bold architectural interest to the garden. As the name suggests, its flower heads resemble tiny pineapples, formed by a central erect stem densely packed with star-shaped blooms, all topped with a distinctive crown of leafy bracts.

This striking variety flowers in late summer through to early autumn, providing a welcome burst of interest when many other plants are beginning to fade. Each flower is a soft pale green, with delicate purple edging on each tepal, creating a wonderfully unusual colour combination that stands out in borders or pots.

Growing to around 45–50cm tall, Eucomis bicolor is ideal for sunny spots, and works beautifully in gravel gardens, containers, exotic-themed plantings, or mixed perennial borders. Despite its tropical appearance, it's surprisingly easy to grow and low maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil and a sunny position.

A proud recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this hardy performer is a must-have for gardeners looking to add something a little out of the ordinary to their late-season displays.

 

How to plant Eucomis

  • Find a location in full sun/partial shade.
  • Eucomis can be grown in most soil types, please ensure it is well-drained.
  • Water freely when in flower. 

How to plant Eucomis in pots

  • We recommend planting in a loam-based compost like John Innes No.3 with added grit.
  • Mix 2/3 compost to 1/3 horticultural grit. 
  • Plant in a wide, shallow pan container.
  • Plant bulbs so the tip is just below the surface.
  • Allow 7-15cm (3-6") apart.

How to plant Eucomis in the garden

  • Plant each bulb 10-15cm (4-6") deep to protect from frost damage.
  • Space each bulb 15cm (6") apart.

Description

RHS Award of Garden Merit

Eucomis Bicolor, more commonly known as the Pineapple Lily, is a unique and exotic-looking bulbous perennial that brings bold architectural interest to the garden. As the name suggests, its flower heads resemble tiny pineapples, formed by a central erect stem densely packed with star-shaped blooms, all topped with a distinctive crown of leafy bracts.

This striking variety flowers in late summer through to early autumn, providing a welcome burst of interest when many other plants are beginning to fade. Each flower is a soft pale green, with delicate purple edging on each tepal, creating a wonderfully unusual colour combination that stands out in borders or pots.

Growing to around 45–50cm tall, Eucomis bicolor is ideal for sunny spots, and works beautifully in gravel gardens, containers, exotic-themed plantings, or mixed perennial borders. Despite its tropical appearance, it's surprisingly easy to grow and low maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil and a sunny position.

A proud recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this hardy performer is a must-have for gardeners looking to add something a little out of the ordinary to their late-season displays.

 

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Planting & Growing Instructions

How to plant Eucomis

  • Find a location in full sun/partial shade.
  • Eucomis can be grown in most soil types, please ensure it is well-drained.
  • Water freely when in flower. 

How to plant Eucomis in pots

  • We recommend planting in a loam-based compost like John Innes No.3 with added grit.
  • Mix 2/3 compost to 1/3 horticultural grit. 
  • Plant in a wide, shallow pan container.
  • Plant bulbs so the tip is just below the surface.
  • Allow 7-15cm (3-6") apart.

How to plant Eucomis in the garden

  • Plant each bulb 10-15cm (4-6") deep to protect from frost damage.
  • Space each bulb 15cm (6") apart.

Care Instructions

How to care for Eucomis

  • Eucomis may need protecting over winter. Apply a mulch to protect from hard frosts. Cover with 10cm thick of bark or leaf mould. 
  • Containers can be kept in a frost-free place over winter, bring them into shelter from October. Allow the compost to dry out for the bulbs to become dormant. 
  • If you wish to lift them, dry the bulbs off and store them in a frost-free place such as a shed or greenhouse. 
  • In the spring, give your pots a top dress with a general fertiliser like Growmore. 
£3.00

Eucomis Bicolor

Pineapple Lily
  • 1 Bulb £3.00
  • 3 Bulbs £7.50
  • 5 Bulbs £10.00
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Specification
Also known as: Pineapple Lily
Planting period: Spring
Height: 40cm / 16"
Border position: Front/Middle
Aspect: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Multipurpose compost, Loam-based compost
Soil acidity: Any
Bulb size: 14/16cm
Hardiness: Half Hardy - H4 (-5° to -10°C)
Suitable for containers: Yes
Scented: No
Double flowered: No
Good for cutting: Yes
Pollinator: Yes
Shipping est: Dispatched in 3-5 working days
Toxicity: No report
Delivery period: Spring (Feb to May 2026)
SKU SKU176731
  • Description

    RHS Award of Garden Merit

    Eucomis Bicolor, more commonly known as the Pineapple Lily, is a unique and exotic-looking bulbous perennial that brings bold architectural interest to the garden. As the name suggests, its flower heads resemble tiny pineapples, formed by a central erect stem densely packed with star-shaped blooms, all topped with a distinctive crown of leafy bracts.

    This striking variety flowers in late summer through to early autumn, providing a welcome burst of interest when many other plants are beginning to fade. Each flower is a soft pale green, with delicate purple edging on each tepal, creating a wonderfully unusual colour combination that stands out in borders or pots.

    Growing to around 45–50cm tall, Eucomis bicolor is ideal for sunny spots, and works beautifully in gravel gardens, containers, exotic-themed plantings, or mixed perennial borders. Despite its tropical appearance, it's surprisingly easy to grow and low maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil and a sunny position.

    A proud recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this hardy performer is a must-have for gardeners looking to add something a little out of the ordinary to their late-season displays.

     

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  • Planting & Growing Instructions

    How to plant Eucomis

    • Find a location in full sun/partial shade.
    • Eucomis can be grown in most soil types, please ensure it is well-drained.
    • Water freely when in flower. 

    How to plant Eucomis in pots

    • We recommend planting in a loam-based compost like John Innes No.3 with added grit.
    • Mix 2/3 compost to 1/3 horticultural grit. 
    • Plant in a wide, shallow pan container.
    • Plant bulbs so the tip is just below the surface.
    • Allow 7-15cm (3-6") apart.

    How to plant Eucomis in the garden

    • Plant each bulb 10-15cm (4-6") deep to protect from frost damage.
    • Space each bulb 15cm (6") apart.
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