How to grow Pineapple Lily in the UK
Eucomis
Pineapple Lily (Eucomis) is a flower that grows well in UK gardens. Exotic-looking but borderline hardy — pots make winter storage easy. This guide covers when and how to sow Pineapple Lily, the soil and position it likes, watering and feeding, companion planting, and when to harvest.
When to sow & grow Pineapple Lily
Sowing and harvest window through the year (UK):
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr Plant | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Soil, position & care
- Soil
- Rich, free-draining soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0–7.5
- Position
- Full sun and shelter
- Sowing depth
- 10–15 cm deep (varies by type)
- Spacing
- 10–30 cm apart
- Sowing
- Plant in spring after frost; lift tender types (dahlia, gladioli) before winter in cold areas
- Growing
- Water and feed in growth; stake tall types
- Harvest & upkeep
- Deadhead; lift and store tender bulbs/tubers over winter where frosts are hard
- Watch for
- Slugs, earwigs and aphids on soft growth
Companion planting for Pineapple Lily
No specific companion notes for this plant.
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Pineapple Lily FAQs
How much sun does Pineapple Lily need?
Pineapple Lily prefers full sun (6+ hrs direct).
When should I plant Pineapple Lily in the UK?
In the UK, plant Pineapple Lily in April. Planting in this window gives the roots time to establish before the plant is asked to grow away.
Is Pineapple Lily easy to grow?
Moderate. Exotic-looking but borderline hardy — pots make winter storage easy.