Crinums
Crinums produce clusters of pink, rose or white lily-like blooms atop tall stems They bloom all summer long with up to 15 4″ flowers. With their rich heady fragrance, they are a winner in the southern garden. Zones 7-10. See also our gorgeous Amarcrinum, a cross between Amaryllis and Crinum Moorei.
Digweedii Crinum
Digweedii Crinums has somewhat spidery white star-shaped flowers with a light pink stripe. The flowers open widely and are usually very fragrant. It is one of the last to bloom, generally late summer and fall. Also known as “Milk & Wine Lily” or “Nassau Lily.”
Size: 20/+ cm. bulbs
Plant: 1 Per 3 Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Summer
Planting Depth: 2”
Height: 36″
Zone: 7-10
Sunny.
Ellen Bosanquet Crinum
Ellen Bosanquet Crinums (Boxanquet) have clusters of deep rose-colored flowers which bloom and re-bloom in succession in late summer. It’s drought tolerant, but also will grow in swampy conditions once established. A very hardy plant. Best color if grown in shade. Divides well.
Size: 20/+ cm. bulbs
Plant: 1 Per 3 Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Summer
Planting Depth: 2”
Height: 36″
Zone: 7-10
Sunny.
Powellii Crinum
Powellii Crinums are hardier than most crinums. The flower stem bears a terminal cluster of about 10 blooms which open in succession. Long stems of pink blooms similar to an amaryllis with white throat and fan shaped, strap-like, slightly wavy foliage. Blooms in July and August.
Size: 20/+ cm. bulbs
Plant: 1 Per 3 Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Summer
Planting Depth: 2”
Height: 36″
Zone: 7-10
Sun / Partial shade produces darker color.
Powellii Album Crinum
Powellii Album Crinum is the pure white form of powellii. It’s tough, and repeatedly blooms with numerous large white flowers. Pleasantly fragrant.
Size: 20/+ cm. bulbs
Plant: 1 Per 3 Sq Ft
Bloom Time: Mid Summer
Planting Depth: 2”
Height: 36″
Zone: 7-10
Sun / Partial shade
