Crinum asiaticum (Giant Lily)
Poison Bulb, Asiatic Poison Bulb, Spider Lily, Mangrove Lily, Swamp Lily, Grand Crinum, St John's Lily
Crinum asiaticum (Giant Lily) is a bulbous perennial boasting umbels of 20-30 deliciously scented, spidery-looking, pristine white flowers, 6-8 in. across (15-20 cm), adorned with slender petals and remarkably long protruding stamens with red filaments. Blooming from summer to fall (sometimes year-round in warm winter areas), the blossoms rise atop leafless scapes, well above the foliage clump of evergreen, semi-erect, strap-shaped, fleshy leaves. Adding flare to borders, Giant Lily is also a terrific marginal plant for ponds and streams.
- Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall and wide (120-180 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Best growth occurs in full sun, but some light shade is appreciated during the heat of the day in hot summer areas. This plant tolerates poor soils, salt and drought.
- Excellent choice for moist areas of the garden, water gardens, near ponds and streams.
- Reliable, easy to grow, generally disease and pest free. However, watch out for slugs and snails or leaf scorch.
- Native to tropical Asia.
- Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 8
– 11 |
| Climate Zones | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crinum |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 8
– 11 |
| Climate Zones | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Crinum |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Spread | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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