{"product_id":"eucomis-dark-star","title":"Eucomis ‘Dark Star’","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003ePineapple Lily ‘Dark Star’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eEucomis ‘Dark Star’ is a dramatic and architectural perennial prized for its rich, dark burgundy‑purple foliage and upright flower spikes that resemble exotic miniature pineapples. This striking form of pineapple lily produces sturdy stems topped with compact clusters of star‑shaped, green‑tinged flowers in late summer to autumn, set above broad, glossy leaves that emerge nearly black in colour. ‘Dark Star’ thrives in well‑drained soil enriched with organic matter and appreciates a sunny to lightly‑filtered position that encourages strong foliage colour and robust flowering. Well‑suited to Melbourne’s seasonal shifts, this variety stores energy in bulbous roots, allowing it to reshoot with vigour each year when given frost protection and adequate summer warmth. Use it as a bold structural accent in garden beds, mixed borders or large containers where its unique foliage and form can really shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eShrub — Clumping \/ Grass‑like \/ Mounding\u003cbr data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003eHerbaceous Bulbous Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eHeight: 30–45 cm (foliage) \/ 60–75 cm (with flower spike)\u003cbr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eWidth: 30–40 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eFull Sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003ePart Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eFlowers in Summer\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eFlowers in Autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eGreen with purple tinges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eSuitable for Pots\u003cbr data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eFoliage interest\u003cbr data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003ePerennial\u003cbr data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003cbr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eArchitectural form\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eSuitable for Mixed Borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eMay be mildly toxic if ingested — can cause stomach upset in pets (dogs and cats) and humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1679\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eSalvia\u003cbr data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eAgapanthus\u003cbr data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eLavender\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eOrnamental grasses\u003cbr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eHeuchera\u003cbr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eDaylilies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1679\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePlant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.\u003cbr\u003ePGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access. \u003cbr\u003eVisit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P.G.A.","offers":[{"title":"14CM","offer_id":47306972037285,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/Eucomis_DarkStar.jpg?v=1765832407","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/eucomis-dark-star","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}