Crinum amoenum Chamaerops This selection of the cast

This selection of the cast iron plant Aspidistra zongbayi comes from plant collector Barry Yinger

3' long fronds provide a nice vertical accent in the woodland garden

about 6" above the foliage

the 18" wide clumps are topped with 10" tall scapes of light lavender flowers

Crinum amoenum Chamaerops This selection of the castCrinum amoenum, a cousin of our native Crinum americanum, hails from India, where it is also a river dwelling species. For us, Crinum amoenum adapts beautifully to normal garden conditions, forming a clump instead of a running specimen as with Crinum americanum. In early July, the clumps are topped with multiple scapes of huge, strap petaled, fragrant white flowers, highlighted by wine purple stamens truly outstanding! Crinum amoenum has proven to be