Fascicularia bicolor

A remarkable plant. Narrow strap-like leaves, arching, serrated and sharp. Towards the centre of the plant these turn an incredible red at flowering time, surrounding a rosette of sky-blue flowers. A bromeliad from Chile, hardy in costal UK, the south west etc. Otherwise site in a sheltered spot, in a free draining soil, so the crown doesn't stay too wet. Very suitable to grow in a ornamental pot.