Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy'
- Bulbous plant
- 30-50 cm high
- Soft-coloured flowers
- Red to purple foliage
- Unusual flowers
Particularly beautiful species with dark red leaves and dark purple-red flowers. Striking in garden and pot.
This plant is currently no longer in production and is temporarily unavailable from our nursery and partner nurseries. We hope to offer it again in the future.
Garden use
Use
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 5 - 7 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 30 - 50 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | July - September |
| Flower colour | Deep pink, Wine red |
| Leaf colour | Red |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Winter dry |
| Soil | Light |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Eucomis comosa 'Sparkling Burgundy' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Eucomis |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Breeder | Tony Avent (1983) |
| Origin | Africa, South |
