Eucomis Sparkling Burgundy Hardy Like all of the Echium

Like all of the Echium family these are great magnets for bees and other pollinators in the garden situation

Plant in full sun in a well drained acidic soil

As it is one of the smaller Restios it makes this an ideal choice for pots and containers as well as the front of a sunny border

This new hybrid shows traits from one of the Aeonium Cyclops parents Aeonium undulatum

This South African cormous perennial was planted in the garden at Penberth in the late 60's for cut flower for the house and sending away to the various flower markets across the UK

Eucomis Sparkling Burgundy Hardy Like all of the EchiumThe pineapple lily this variety is synonymous with Eucomis 'Oakhurst'. It has fleshy broad linear leaves that have a rich purple colour. It gets its common name from its pineapple like flowers which form in late summer. This plant will have a real impact in any garden whether planted in a raised border or grown in a pot. Plant in either full sun or partial shade in free draining soil compost. It may die back over winter but will be revived in the