Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Spiky foliage with tall blue-green
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Late spring to summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Ornamental Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
120–180 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Low to moderate
Hardiness Zones
8–11
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
90–120 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Sunny location
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Puya coerulea var. coerulea develop a dramatic flowering spike?
Can Puya coerulea var. coerulea develop a dramatic flowering spike?
Yes. As the plant matures, it produces a tall, architectural flower spike that creates a striking focal point in the landscape.
Do the blue-green leaves form a symmetrical rosette?
Do the blue-green leaves form a symmetrical rosette?
Yes. The stiff, narrow leaves grow in a dense rosette, giving the plant an attractive sculptural appearance year-round.
Can Puya coerulea var. coerulea be grown in rock or xeriscape gardens?
Can Puya coerulea var. coerulea be grown in rock or xeriscape gardens?
Yes. It is well suited to rock gardens, gravel beds, and water-wise landscape designs with excellent drainage.
Will the flowers attract hummingbirds and pollinators?
Will the flowers attract hummingbirds and pollinators?
Yes. The nectar-rich blooms attract hummingbirds where present, along with bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Does the plant require plenty of space as it matures?
Does the plant require plenty of space as it matures?
Yes. Its expanding rosette and impressive flower spike benefit from an open planting area with good air circulation.
How is Puya coerulea var. coerulea different from Puya alpestris?
How is Puya coerulea var. coerulea different from Puya alpestris?
Puya coerulea var. coerulea typically has blue-green flowers and foliage, while Puya alpestris is known for its more intensely metallic turquoise-blue flower spikes.