Crinum 'Cintho Alpha'

Also Known As

Crinum 'Alfa'
Crinum 'Cintho'
Alfa Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 30"

planting zones

8a-11

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Crinum 'Cintho Alpha' plant details

Crinum 'Cintho Alpha' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and white flowers emerge. Features glossy and grassy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crinum 'Cintho Alpha'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, toxic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crinum 'Cintho Alpha'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This crinum produces dozens of the fragrant trumpet blooms, each decorated with wine striped petals. Cintho kicks off the crinum flowering season, starting earlier than the rest of the clan, typically blooming from late May into June in zone 8. Count on statement blossoms and buds that are stellar too; plump packages of promise in light lime green with crimson stripes. This plant is bold, showy, fragrant, easy and super long-lived. Goodness - what else is there?

By: Leafari

This is one of the finest crinum lilies for the home garden because it is so easy to grow! Crinum are the giants of the bulb world. These South African natives are nearly indestructible perennials in mild climates. They can bloom repeatedly once established. A truly valuable gem for the Southern landscape, these bulbs will likely outlive the gardener. Bulb size: 20+ cm around