Crocosmia

Striking flowers on graceful stems attract hummingbirds to the garden and are a breathtaking addition to summer bouquets. Beautiful in the mixed perennial garden with coreopsis, yarrow or coneflowers. Benefits from a winter mulch in zone 5.

Companion Plants

Black-Eyed Susan

Daylily

Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

Common name

Crocosmia
Botanical name

Crocosmia
Variety

Carmine Brilliant
Zone

USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

24-36" (61-91 cm)
Habit

Compact
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Orange
Bloom Time

Summer
Maintenance

Keep weed-free

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Ulrich B.'s collection

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