Crinum x herbertii 1

The Crinum x herbertii is a hybrid originated in the early 1800's described as a cross of Crinum bulbispermum and Crinum scabrum .

This bulb has not produced seed but has produced offsets.

Grower:   A. L. Sisk
Location:   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:   MDL

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Flower

Blooming Time:   Begins in late May to early June in Zone 8B
Flower Shape:   Companulate (Bell Shaped)
Flower Color:   A white flower with pink midrib that fades toward the end of the petal
Flower Keel Color:   The keel color is a bright rose pink.
Flower Size:   13.2 cm (5 1/4") wide with 8.8 cm (3 1/2") trumpet length
Picture taken:   May 2007


Scapes and Umbel

Scape Height:   55 cm (22")
Number of Scapes:   3 scapes were produced last year
Buds in Umbel:   Up to 14 buds
Picture taken:   May 2007


Foliage

Foliage Shape:   Larger leaves spread slightly with newer leaves more upright.
Foliage Color:   Semi-glossy Bright Green
Foliage Width:   8.8 cm (3 1/2")
Foliage Length:   75 cm (2 1/2')
Picture taken:   June 2005

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