Crinum x dwarf
This cultivar was acquired in the fall of 2004 from a grower in Florida. It has been reported to be a cross of crinum moorei x crinum americanum. The bulb of this cultivar is small in comparison to most other crinum. Blooming size bulbs measure approximately 2.5 inches.
A low growing cultivar, hybrid is fitted to most gardens. This cultivar produces no seed, but produces a very liberal number of offsets. Reported to be the producer of the most offsets, this cultivar is useful for borders, as well as other general garden use.
This crinum is hardy through Zone 8 in a garden setting.
Grower: A. L. SiskLocation: Near Lexington, TX
USDA Zone: 8b
Soil Type: Heavy, fine (sugar) sand
Soil Amendments: Composted bark mulch, peat moss
Type watering Used: Both drip irrigation and sprinklers.
Growing Method: Field grown
Fertilizer Used: Balanced 13-13-13 granular and water soluble 20-20-20
Garden Name: TP Dwarf
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FlowerBlooming Time: Begins in June in Zone 8B.Flower Shape: Open faced star with narrow tepals Flower Color: Pink with a small white throat Flower Size: Not yet Recorded Picture taken: June 2006 |
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Scapes and UmbelScape Height: Up to 25"Number of Scapes: Up to three scapes Buds in Umbel: Up to 10 depending on age of bulb and general growing conditions Picture taken: June 2006 |
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FoliageFoliage Shape: Moderately channeled with a smooth edge and slight wavy marginsFoliage Color: Bright Green Foliage Width: Up to 2.5" Foliage Length: Up to 18" Picture taken: June 2005 |