Alcantarea Silver Plum forms a magnificent specimen plant that will add colour and interest to your living space. This hardy, evergreen bromeliad is easy to grow and produces striking silver foliage with red/purple undersides. It makes a stunning addition to outdoor areas when grown in the ground or large pots. It is also an excellent addition to a well-lit, indoor position.
Silver Plum is one of the few full-sun bromeliads easily capable of growing in all-day direct sun. Simply keep the central ‘tank’ full of water and it will take care of itself. This species is long-lived and will produce scented flowers after 10-15 years. The flower spike can reach 2.5 metres in height and last for up to 18 months!
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil
Conditions: Sunny to part shade position. Only tolerates light frost
Size: Grows to 1.2 m x 1.2 m
Silver Plum is one of the few full-sun bromeliads easily capable of growing in all-day direct sun. Simply keep the central ‘tank’ full of water and it will take care of itself. This species is long-lived and will produce scented flowers after 10-15 years. The flower spike can reach 2.5 metres in height and last for up to 18 months!
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil
Conditions: Sunny to part shade position. Only tolerates light frost
Size: Grows to 1.2 m x 1.2 m