Crinum is a bulbous perennial that is evergreen in warmer climates. Part of the Amaryllidaceae family it is native to South Africa, North America, South America and Australia. There are five species native to Australia and Crinum pedunculatum is the most common, also known as the Swamp Lily. There are many different species of Crinum with most found through tropical or subtropical areas. During Spring, Crinum will start to produce foliage which is thick and strappy in shape which forms a clumping habit. The flower spike will emerge in Summer through to Autumn. It will push through the foliage on a strong tall flower stem. The flowers are trumpet shaped and look similar to lilies. Flower colours can be pink or white and maybe fragrant depending on variety. When planting crinum they prefer a full sun to part shade position in the garden that has rich and well-drained soil. They are drought tolerant once established and will tolerate light frosts. They need to be shelter from heavy frosts. Crinums don’t like being transplanted and take time to become establish.