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Eucomis ‘Playa Blanca’ is a rare and captivating variety of Pineapple Lily, celebrated for its striking 40cm flower spikes that closely resemble the shape of a pineapple. Each towering bloom is densely packed with hundreds of tiny, pure white star-shaped flowers, creating a dramatic, elongated display that’s topped with a leafy crown, adding to its bold, tropical appearance.

This exotic-looking plant is a true conversation starter in the garden. Its architectural form and unusual flowering habit make it an ideal focal point for sunny borders, contemporary planting schemes, and patio containers.

‘Playa Blanca’ blooms in late summer through early autumn, bringing a fresh brightness just when many gardens begin to lose their colour. Despite its exotic charm, this variety is surprisingly easy to grow—thriving in well-drained soil and full sun.

Whether you're looking to enhance a modern garden design or add a touch of the unusual to your planting scheme, Eucomis ‘Playa Blanca’ offers both elegance and intrigue. A true gem for collectors and lovers of unique blooms alike.

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 and 15cm (6") apart.

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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 and 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 Playa Blanca

Pineapple Lily

1 Bulb £3.00
3 Bulbs £7.50
5 Bulbs £10.00

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Flowering Period: July/August

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:

16/18cm

Hardiness:

Half Hardy - H4 (-5° to -10°C)

Suitable for containers:

Yes

Scented:

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

SKU17670112

Description

Eucomis ‘Playa Blanca’ is a rare and captivating variety of Pineapple Lily, celebrated for its striking 40cm flower spikes that closely resemble the shape of a pineapple. Each towering bloom is densely packed with hundreds of tiny, pure white star-shaped flowers, creating a dramatic, elongated display that’s topped with a leafy crown, adding to its bold, tropical appearance.

This exotic-looking plant is a true conversation starter in the garden. Its architectural form and unusual flowering habit make it an ideal focal point for sunny borders, contemporary planting schemes, and patio containers.

‘Playa Blanca’ blooms in late summer through early autumn, bringing a fresh brightness just when many gardens begin to lose their colour. Despite its exotic charm, this variety is surprisingly easy to grow—thriving in well-drained soil and full sun.

Whether you're looking to enhance a modern garden design or add a touch of the unusual to your planting scheme, Eucomis ‘Playa Blanca’ offers both elegance and intrigue. A true gem for collectors and lovers of unique blooms alike.
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