FASCICULARIA

Member of the pineapple family producing patches of bright colour in autumn.

Genus of one species of stemless or short-stemmed, evergreen, serophytic, terrestrial or epiphytic perennials (bromeliads) from coastal and central areas in Chile.

Is naturalised in the UK.

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Evergreen
Alpine or rock plant These plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
Herbaceous Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
Will grow outside in milder locations This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
Full sun
Additional Features
Good to know - attractive plants for desert garden, rock garden or raised bed, or by a sunny wall.
Pests & Diseases
greenfly while flowering.
Place of origin
Chile
Garden Location/Conditions
Rockery (inc alpine)
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Soil Conditions
Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - protect from too much wet in winter

Fascicularia Growing Guide

Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection

Buy Varieties of FASCICULARIA

FASCICULARIA bicolor

A native of chile which forms a dense clump of spiky grey-greenish evergreen leaves. The central leaves form a rich crimson rosette and tubular sky-blue flowers appear from the centre. A spectacular plant which prefers a warm sheltered position in a rock garden or well drained situation.

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