Crinum x appleblossom

Crinum x Appleblossom is reportedly a hybrid of Crinum album × (Crinum x catherine) hybridized by Pat Malcolm.   This crinum produces a large, distinctive flower.

This bulb was obtained in 2005.   Offsets have not yet been observed.

This crinum hybrid is hardy and thrives in Zone 8B in well drained sandy soil.

Grower: A. L. Sisk
Location: Near Lexington, TX
USDA Zone: 8b
Soil Type: Heavy, fine (sugar) sand
Soil Amendments: Composted bark mulch, peat moss
Growing Method: Field grown
Fertilizer Used: Balanced 13-13-13 granular and water soluble 20-20-20
Garden Name: Appleblossom

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Flower

Blooming Time:     First 2008 scape observed on June 14.
Flower Shape:   Campanulate (Bell Shaped)
Flower Color:   Blush Pink
Flower Size:   21 cm (8.3")
Picture taken:   July 2008
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Scape and Umbel

First 2008 scape:   14 June
Scape Height:   96 cm (37")
Number of Scapes:   One scape was produced in 2008
Buds in Umbel:   9 buds
Picture taken:   June 2008
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Foliage

Foliage Shape:   Arching v-shaped with a smooth, wavy edge
Foliage Color:   green
Foliage Width:   7.3 cm (2.9")
Foliage Length:   Up to 87 cm (34+")
Picture taken:   June 2008

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