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Scientific
Name:
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Dyckia 'Morris Hobbs'
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Common Name:
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to partial shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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basal rosette of foliage to 18-24"
tall with flowers to 24-36"
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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multiple stalks of waxy tubular bright
orange flowers from spring to fall
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Zone
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hardy to 15-20° F
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Description,
Notes
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prickly Bromeliad
Bromeliaceae) Family grown for it exquisite deep purple
spiny foliage where color is strongest in full sun; drought
resistant conversation piece; container or landscape plant
for well-drained soils; flowers attract hummingbirds;
hardy; surprisingly not rabbit resistant
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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