Family: Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Billbergia (bil-BER-jee-uh) (Info)
Species: elegans (ELL-eh-ganz) (Info)
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Category:
Herbs
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Height:
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness:
Unknown - Tell us
Sun Exposure:
Partial to Full Shade
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Orange
Green
Dark Blue
Bloom Time:
Late Winter/Early Spring
Late Fall/Early Winter
Mid Winter
Foliage:
Evergreen
Silver/Gray
Leathery-Textured
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
This plant may be considered a protected species; check before digging or gathering seeds
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting:
Unknown - Tell us
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