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Aechmea fasciata Purpurea

Aechmea fasciata Purpurea

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Aechmea fasciata Plant, Urnplant, Aechmea fasciata purpurea, Bromelia Aechmea

Aechmea fasciata purpurea is a colourful Bromeliad that features purple-red leaves striped with silver. They are borne as a crown and result in plant that typically grows to 40 cm tall and the same wide. It produces a large and showy flower spike made up of bright pink flowers in autumn. Aechmea fasciata purpurea is commonly maintained in a container, included in a tropical garden, added to a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, or used to border an entranceway.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	40 cm
Spread:	40 cm
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Aechmea fasciata Plant, Urnplant, Aechmea fasciata purpurea, Bromelia Aechmea

Aechmea fasciata Purpurea Details

Aechmea fasciata purpurea is a colourful Bromeliad that features both showy flowers and foliage. The purple-red leaves are thick and leathery, and striped with silver. They are borne as a crown and result in plant that typically grows to 40 cm tall and the same wide. It produces a large and showy flower spike made up of bright pink flowers in autumn. This herbaceous perennial grows best when planted in partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site. It will tolerate a light frost only and should not be allowed to dry out. Aechmea fasciata purpurea is commonly maintained in a container, included in a tropical garden, added to a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, or used to border an entranceway.