CRINUM SCABRUM
Crinum scabrum is a species that is an enigma. Large numbers of this cultivar are found in the southern United States. Several variants have been identified in the southern US.
The globular bulbs of this cultivar grow large. This variant goes dormant in winter. This Crinum should be hardy in a garden setting through Zone 8 and other zones with mulching.
This Crinum scabrum variant has produced both offsets and seed.
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
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FlowerBlooming Time: June-SeptemberFlower Shape: Companulate (Bell Shaped) Flower Color: White with a red stripe that fades at the outer edge of the sepal. Flower Size: Not yet recorded. Picture taken: June 2005 |
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Scapes and UmbelScape Height: 71-81cm (28-32")Number of Scapes: This bulb has produced three scapes per year in it's current location Buds in Umbel: Up to 8 Buds depending on age of bulb and general growing conditions Picture taken: June 2005 |
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FoliageFoliage Shape: Arching leaves with a distintive wavy margin.Foliage Color: Green Foliage Width: Up to 10 cm (4") Foliage Length: Up to 90 cm (3') Picture taken: June 2005 |