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Eucomis vandermerwei 'Octopus' - 2016

AndrewR

By Andrewr


Eucomis vandermerwei 'Octopus' - 2016 (Eucomis vandermerwei)
  • Photo posted on 13 Aug, 2016
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Small species, only reaching eight inches in flower. Needs a sandy, acid soil in full sun where it will tolerate -5C.



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meanie
Meanie
 

I had no idea about its need for acidic soil. That explains a lot.

18 Aug, 2016



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