Varieties We Bring In
Red Devil
We received some Dyckia on Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Mar 11, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew
Pet safety guideAbout Dyckia
Dyckia (Dyckia spp.) is a genus of terrestrial bromeliads from the dry grasslands and rocky outcrops of South America, particularly Brazil, forming tight rosettes of stiff, spine-edged leaves in colors ranging from silver and green to bronze and near-black. Unlike most bromeliads, dyckias are not monocarpic — they offset prolifically and bloom repeatedly, sending up spikes of small orange or yellow flowers. Prized by collectors for their rugged texture and extreme drought tolerance.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended months: March, April, May, September, October.
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant dyckia in full sun; it thrives in Florida's intense sun and heat and is one of the few bromeliads that performs best without any shade.
Dyckia is extremely drought-tolerant and needs little to no supplemental irrigation once established in NE Florida; avoid overwatering as excess moisture causes root rot — let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
Plant in sandy, fast-draining soil; dyckia requires very little fertilizer — an occasional light application of a diluted balanced fertilizer in spring and summer is sufficient, and rich or heavily amended soils are unnecessary.
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Common questions
Is Dyckia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Dyckia is a succulent. Mature size: 6-18 inches × 12-24 inches. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.