{"product_id":"beschorneria-yuccoides-flamingo-glow","title":"Beschorneria Yuccoides 'Flamingo Glow'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMexican Lily \/ Flamingo Glow Beschorneria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"239\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eBeschorneria yuccoides\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Flamingo Glow’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eAsparagaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMexico (cultivar selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen, clump-forming succulent perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold architectural accent plant with variegated, sword-like leaves and striking pink-flushed flower stems in late spring–summer. \u003cem data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eBeschorneria yuccoides\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Flamingo Glow’ adds dramatic tropical style and colour to Adelaide and South Australian gardens, thriving in sunny, dry, and coastal conditions. Its creamy-yellow and green leaves form neat rosettes, while tall coral-pink flower spikes with red and green blooms make a stunning display. Exceptionally heat-, drought-, and wind-tolerant, this plant suits low-water, Mediterranean, and coastal landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0–1.2 m H × 1.0–1.2 m W (foliage); flower stems to 1.5–2.0 m H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, sword-shaped leaves variegated in green and creamy-yellow, often developing pink tints in cool or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall, coral-pink flower stalks bearing clusters of tubular red and green blooms in late spring–summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage year-round; spectacular flowering display in warmer months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and nectar-feeding birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought- and heat-tolerant once established; wind- and salt-tolerant (second-line coastal); Handles light frost (protect from hard frost in exposed Adelaide Hills or inland areas); Thrives in dry, rocky, or well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feature\/Accent: 1–1.5 m apart; Mass planting: 1.2–1.5 m apart for bold, repeating foliage texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs; however, the leaf tips can be firm or pointed—plant away from paths or play zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade (best foliage colour in full sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or gravelly loam; thrives in poor, dry soils typical of Adelaide’s coastal and inner suburbs; avoid waterlogged clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: low water—deep soak every 3–4 weeks in summer (weekly in heatwaves); rarely in winter unless dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low-maintenance. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming and dead outer leaves as needed. Apply a light native-safe fertiliser in spring if desired. Avoid excessive watering or rich fertiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years under Adelaide’s dry, well-drained conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate SA – thrives across Adelaide Plains, Fleurieu Peninsula, Yorke and Eyre Peninsulas, and coastal districts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates slightly acidic to strongly alkaline soils; excellent on SA limestone and coastal sands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature plant in gravel, rock, or succulent gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal point in modern or Mediterranean landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass plant along driveways or walls for structure and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent in large pots and alfresco planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with Agave, Lomandra, Westringia, or Eremophila for waterwise texture contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Flamingo Glow’ delivers year-round colour and texture with minimal care — golden variegated leaves, coral-pink flower spikes, and impressive drought toughness make it a perfect statement plant for Adelaide and South Australian landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"5L Pot","offer_id":48424404844796,"sku":"BESC-YUCC-FLAM-GLOW-5L","price":29.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/beschorneria-yuccoides-flamingo-glow-mexican-lily-5L-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1762338485","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/beschorneria-yuccoides-flamingo-glow","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}