Product Description

Overview

Sea Blue Puya Alpestris Planting Seeds grow into one of the most exotic and dramatic flowering plants in the world, admired for its metallic turquoise-blue flower spikes topped with bright orange stamens. Native to South America, Puya alpestris is a rare bromeliad prized for its bold architectural form, spiny silver-green foliage, and unforgettable floral display. Perfect for rock gardens, dry landscapes, tropical gardens, and exotic plant collections, this plant creates a powerful visual statement like no other.

Features

Premium-quality, non-GMO Sea Blue Puya Alpestris Planting Seeds
Produces rare metallic turquoise-blue flower spikes
Exotic bromeliad with bold architectural structure
Ideal for rock gardens, xeriscaping, tropical gardens, and collectors
Strong germination with slow-growing but long-lived perennial growth
Drought tolerant and heat resistant once established
Unique spiny silver-green foliage adds year-round interest
Low-maintenance exotic ornamental plant

Specifications

Plant Type: Perennial Exotic Bromeliad
Common Name: Sea Blue Puya Alpestris, Sapphire Tower
Scientific Name: Puya alpestris
Variety: Sea Blue / Turquoise Flowering Type
GMO Status: Non-GMO
Heirloom: Yes
Growth Season: Spring–summer
USDA Zones: 8–11 (grown in containers in cooler zones)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained sandy, rocky, or cactus soil
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer (after plant matures)
Plant Height: 4–8 feet (flower spike), foliage 3–5 feet
Spacing: 3–5 feet
Watering: Low to moderate (highly drought tolerant once established)

Planting Guide

Sowing Method: Start indoors in trays or pots
Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 12 hours before sowing
Sowing Depth: Surface sow; lightly press into moist soil
Germination Time: 14–30 days
Ideal Temperature: 20–28°C
Transplanting: Transplant when seedlings are strong and well-rooted