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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Bromeliaceae (Bromeliads) |
| Origin: South America |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Red/Purple Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: Orange |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 3-4 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Dyckia 'Alice' - Rosette forming terrestrial bromeliad to 18"wide with spine-margined dark red strap-shaped leaves and tall wands of orange flowers in late summer. Forms a dense clump up to 18 inches tall by several feet wide. Plant in full sun for best foliage color. Water infrequently. Hardy to down into the high teens F without damage. We received this plant untagged with a collection of plants from Alice Waidhofer. Originally we had this plant in a shady location where it was a a nice greenish-red color but we put a plant in the sun and the foliage turned a very nice dark red. Like the cultivar we call 'Jim's Red' but a little smaller and even redder.
This description is based on our research and observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We will also incorporate comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have some additional information about this plant, in particular if this information is contrary to what we have written or if they have additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Dyckia 'Alice'.
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