Fasicularia bicolor (Hardy Bromeliad)

Family: Bromeliaceae
Zone: 7 - 10
Natural Range:  South America; Chile
Soil:  Average, humus rich
Light: Sun, part shade
Height: 18"
Attributes:  Evergreen leaves, flowering in the third year or so.  Sky blue blossoms surrounded by burgundy leaves.
Notes:  Terrestrial or epiphytic bromeliad native to cool temperate regions of Chile.  Best when planted in sheltered location.  Looks especially nice planted on a stump

 

Pot Size:  4" Band Pot