Aechmea 'Red Candles'
Aechmea 'Red Candles' is an extraordinary cultivar with thin, light yellow-green leaves that exhibit an intriguing vertical growth habit. When provided with sufficient light, the leaves undergo a stunning transformation, acquiring a beautiful bronzy-red color. This dramatic change in foliage color adds a captivating statement to both landscape and container settings. 'Red Candles' is a hybrid derived from the Blanchettiana species, showcasing bright burgundy red and orange foliage that grows strictly upright. It thrives in full sun conditions and is well-suited for various landscape applications. Aechmea 'Red Candles' is a striking choice that effortlessly combines visual appeal and adaptability, creating a captivating presence wherever it is planted.
Growth habit: Large
Light requirements: Strong filtered light: Prefers moderate levels of light, such as bright indirect light or filtered sunlight. Thrives in well-lit spaces without direct exposure to intense sunlight.
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Plant size and bare root info
Fully Grown is an established plant with a root system. Please be aware that our fully grown plants will be shipped without blossoms, as this ensures their safe transportation and upon arrival, they will have the potential to bloom under proper care.
An Offset (pup) is a baby shoot that develops at the base of the plant, rooting to form a new plant identical to its parent.
All plants are shipped bare root. No pot and no soil.