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Cephalophora aromatica Pineapples

Cephalophora aromatica Pineapples

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Annual with globular lemon-yellow flowers, with delicious scents of apple and pineapple.
Flower size
5 cm
Height at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun
Annual / Perennial
Annual
Germination time (days)
14 days
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Sowing period April to May
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Flowering time July to September
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Description

Cephalophora aromatica Pineapples is an annual plant that is still relatively unknown but very unique: its globular, lemon-yellow flowers are accompanied by delicious scents of apple and pineapple.

Cephalophora aromatica Pineapples is an annual herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae family and native to South America. It is unlike any other plant in a scented garden. Its floral buds reach a height of 50 cm (19.7 in) and form globular lemon-yellow inflorescences composed of numerous tubular florets that, with their bumpy appearance, somewhat resemble a golf ball with a diameter of 4 to 5 cm (1.6 to 2 in).

A gentle touch of the absinthe-green leaves, stems, or flowers releases a scent of apple and pineapple into the surrounding area. Along with its delicious aroma, this plant also brings a sense of freshness to the garden with its citrus colours. Its essence can be fully appreciated from July to September in mixed borders, containers, or rock gardens. When they dry out, the flower balls turn golden-yellow before dispersing their seeds with the wind.

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time July to September
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 5 cm
Fragrance Very fragrant, apple and pineapple
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour light green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Cephalophora

Species

aromatica

Cultivar

Pineapples

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

South America

Product reference44311

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Planting and care

Sow your seeds under glass from March to May in a warm place at 16 °C (60.8 °F). Thin out and then transplant into warmed soil. The germination period is usually 21 days.

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Sowing period

Sowing period April to May
Germination time (days) 14 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Edge of border, Container
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Avoid poorly drained soils that can lead to root rot.
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