Amarcrinum Born Free Ilex who we think got it

who we think got it from the late Dr

discovered in the Pine Mountain

This is one of the best but least-known hostas ever introduced

2' wide deciduous clumps are topped in midsummer with 2' terminal flower spikes of dangling coral-orange flowers

well-drained but occasionally moist site is the perfect home to this long-lived sage

Amarcrinum Born Free Ilex who we think got itThis stunning xAmarcrinum (hybrid of Amaryllis belladonna x Crinum) originated as an open pollinated (result of wild, unprotected sex) seedling in a Fresno, California, garden. It was subsequently spotted and named after its conception method by bulb collector Herb Kelly around 1980. The 20" tall spikes of flowers, which open pale pink and quickly change to pure white, start for us in late summer and continue until fall. xAmarcrinum 'Born Free' is a