Northwest Blooms · Perennials
x Amarcrinum
Hardy Amaryllis
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Height
- 36-48 inches tall
- Width
- 18-24 inches wide
- Flower color
- Typically white to pale pink, with a trumpet-like shape and darker mid-veins
- Foliage color
- Narrow, strap-like, glossy green leaves
- Bloom time
- Late summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead spent flowers and divide clumps every few years to maintain plant health
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 7-10
- Wildlife
- Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
About this plant
x Amarcrinum is a hybrid plant that results from the cross between the Amaryllis and Crinum genera, combining the best features of both. The plant produces large, funnel-shaped flowers with delicate shades of pink, often with a slight fragrance that fills the air. Blooming in late summer to early fall, these flowers are typically borne on tall stems, offering a graceful display of color that contrasts beautifully with the long, arching, strap-like leaves.
Originating from a hybridization of species native to tropical regions, x Amarcrinum is prized for its hardiness and ability to thrive in warmer climates. Its robust, perennial nature makes it suitable for borders or mixed garden beds, where it brings both color and texture. The bold flowers and lush foliage make it a standout feature in the garden, providing interest well into the autumn season.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias · Sedums · Columbines
Design tip
Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
