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Augustum Giant Crinum Lily Care

Crinum Augustum

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What is the plant

Crinum augustum is a flowering species of the Lily family, Amaryllidaceae and subfamily Amaryllidoideae in the Crinum Lily genus and native to the tropics of Southeast Asia.This exotic tropical plant blooms best when all growing conditions are met.If planted in a sunny location with rich-moist soil it can grow up to a height of 6’ feet with a 3’ feet spread.It grows at a moderate rate.Growth will slow down when the Crinum lily is propagated from shoots or offsets.The transplantation of bulbs also slows development.

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Humidity

Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Lighting

Part Sun

Hardiness zone

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

    Water

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    The Queen Lily plant requires high levels of moisture to thrive and needs watering regularly.Make sure the soil doesn’t dry out completely between watering as it may hurt its growth.Cut back on watering if the weather gets too cold.

  • Pruning

    Pruning

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    Remove any browned leaves scorched by the sun in extreme heat.

  • Fertilizer

    Fertilizer

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    To maintain the fertility of your soil, feed at least three times a year (summer, spring, and fall) using a high-quality granular fertilizer.

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  • Sunlight

    Sunlight

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    The strikingly exotic Crinum Lily Queen Emma thrives when planted in partial to full sun. In some cases, the plant may also grow in shadier areas but leans more towards sunnier and warm locations.

  • Soil

    Soil

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    Being native to tropical locations, the Crinum lily prefers moist soil.While the plant does love moisture-retentive soil, it also won’t tolerate constantly wet soil.This is why your soil should be well-drained.Use a fertile soil rich with organic matter and then feed it regularly to maintain it.

  • Temperature

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    It is hardy to USDA hardiness zones 8 – 11.But if planted in a well-protected spot, it may do well in cooler regions but you may need to bring the plant indoors if it gets too cold.

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  • Popularity

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    29 people already have this plant 8 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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