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Crinum Lily: Crinum x powelli

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crinum x powelli flower

Family: Amaryllidaceae

Above: flower and buds, Below: crinums in water garden Use: borders, beds, water gardens, containers
rp crinum in water garden

Plant: deciduous, bulbous plant to 6'

Origin: garden hybrid from south African species C. moorei and C. bulbispermum album.

Zone
: 7 - 10

Flowers
: fragrant pink or white trumpets

Foliage: long, strap-like leaves.

Culture
: full sun to part sun in rich soil. Heavy feeder and vigorous grower. Supple ample moisture to promote more flower stalks. In cold climates grow in large containers and bring inside before hard frost.



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