Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' — bulbous perennial

Overview

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' is a bulbous perennial in the genus Crinum, part of the Amaryllidaceae family. Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers and water gardens.

About

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' is a bulbous perennial in the Amaryllidaceae noted for its fragrant summer flowers. It flowers from July to September and arises from a true bulb. Give it full sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained but moist soil, and a sheltered aspect. It is rated H4 in the UK and is suitable for borders, containers and water gardens.

About the genus

Crinum is a genus of about 180 species of perennial plants that have large showy flowers on leafless stems, and develop from bulbs. They are found in seasonally moist areas, including marshes, swamps, depressions and along the sides of streams and lakes in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide.

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In the garden

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' is a named hybrid within the genus Crinum that grows from a bulb and produces fragrant summer flowers. The cultivar carries the character of bulbous Amaryllidaceae: a seasonal growth cycle from an underground bulb leading to a period of flowering in mid to late summer. The flowering season is July to September. Plant 'Krelagei' where it receives full sun or some afternoon shelter in partial shade; it favours fertile, well-drained soils that remain reliably moist and a sheltered position away from cold drying winds. It is rated H4, which corresponds to average hardiness in UK gardens, so choose a protected spot or a container you can move to cover in the coldest winters if you are on an exposed site. Use this Crinum at the back of a summer border, in a generously sized container, or at the margin of a water feature where soil stays moist. The scented flowers are a late-summer asset, so situate the plant where the perfume can be enjoyed from a patio, seating area or beside a pool rather than hidden deep in the shrub layer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Crinum

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained, fertile
Soil moisture: moist
Exposure: sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: bulbous perennial
Suggested uses: borders, containers, water gardens
Fragrance: fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'

Cultivation: Plant bulbs in spring in well-drained soil; protect from severe frost; water regularly during growing season.
Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves to maintain appearance.
Propagation: division of bulbs

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'?

Plant bulbs in spring in well-drained soil; protect from severe frost; water regularly during growing season.

Where is the best place to plant Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'?

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' need?

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.

How do I prune Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'?

Remove spent flower stalks and dead leaves to maintain appearance.

Is Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' hardy in the UK?

Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Crinum × powellii 'Krelagei'?

Division of bulbs.

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