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Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea'

Urn Plant

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' is a striking bromeliad valued for its arching silver banded foliage flushed with purple tones and its long lasting pink flower bract. Well suited to New Zealand conditions, it thrives in sheltered positions and adds a bold tropical feel year round. This plant is ideal for gardeners wanting dramatic foliage, easy care performance, and strong visual impact in containers and indoor or outdoor settings.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Perennials
Height:40 cm
Spread:40 cm
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asUrn Plant
Sku17001

How to grow Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' in NZ

To grow Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' in NZ, plant it in a warm sheltered position with bright filtered light or partial shade. Use a free draining potting mix suitable for bromeliads. Planting is best done in spring or summer. Water into the central cup and keep it topped up during warm months. Protect from frost and cold winds for best results.

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' care tips

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' is very easy to care for when grown correctly. Refresh the water in the central cup regularly and avoid allowing it to stagnate. Water the soil lightly and do not overwater. Feed sparingly with a diluted liquid fertiliser during the growing season. Remove spent flower bracts once they fade and allow offsets to develop.

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' size, spacing, and growth rate

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' typically grows to around 40 to 60 cm tall and wide. Space plants approximately 50 cm apart if planting in sheltered outdoor areas. It has a slow to moderate growth rate, forming a single rosette that flowers once before producing offsets. These offsets can be left to form clumps or separated to grow new plants.

Landscaping uses for Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea'

Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' is ideal for container planting indoor display and sheltered courtyards. The bold foliage and colourful flower bract make it a standout feature plant. It pairs well with other tropical plants and works beautifully in modern and subtropical garden designs. This bromeliad is perfect for adding colour and texture to protected spaces.

Why buy Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Aechmea fasciata 'Purpurea' from The Plant Company, you are choosing NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown for New Zealand conditions and selected for health and performance. We supply strong well established plants, provide expert growing advice, and offer reliable nationwide delivery so you can plant with confidence.

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