Crinum question
James Waddick (Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:55:21 PST)

I have several Crinum bulbispermum bulbs that I will need to repot soon.
These were all started from seed about 5 years ago. I was wondering what
the optimum pot size for these would be. Currently there are three bulbs
in a 5 gallon pot, but it is obvious they need more room, I'm just not sure
how much to give them.

Dear Randy,
You don't say where you are growing, but C. bulbispermum is
one of THE HARDIEST species and does great in the ground. Plant them
deeply - maybe 12 inches or so to the base of the bulb. Mulch the
first winter in Zone 5/6.

If you MUST grow them in containers, I think you'd want as
big as you can handle. One bulb per 15 gall container or bigger...
and feed well.

Best Jim W.
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