Crowning Glory 'Princess Bride' Pineapple Lily

Crowning Glory™ ‘Princess Bride’ is a compact pineapple lily with arching foliage that emerges burgundy and matures to deep green, followed by citron-yellow flowers that soften to pink and yellow tones. It suits a sunny or partly sunny border, patio container, or cut-flower planting. [Proven Winners’ cultivar profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/eucomis/crowning-glory-princess-bride-pineapple-lily-eucomis-hybrid) lists a mature height of 18–20 inches, a 24-inch spread, late-summer flowering, and USDA zones 6–9. ## Placement and growing conditions Provide part sun to full sun and plant the crown in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Keep moisture steady through active growth, especially in containers, while ensuring excess water drains freely. This bulbous plant emerges in late spring, so mark its location before spring cultivation. ## Seasonal interest and use Foliage adds color before the flower spike appears, and late-season blooms extend the display into summer and fall. Group it where the 24-inch spread has room or use it as a focal plant in a stable container. Its warm flower colors pair well with green or silver foliage. ## Maintenance Water during active growth and reduce watering as the foliage dies back. Remove spent flower spikes after flowering, but let leaves yellow naturally so the bulb can replenish its reserves. In colder areas, mulch the planting or protect container-grown bulbs over winter.