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

Russian Sage

Shasta Daisy

Yarrow

Plant Details

Common name

Crocosmia
Botanical name

Crocosmia
Variety

Lucifer
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Sun
Height

36-42" (91-107 cm)
Habit

Upright
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Red
Bloom Time

Summer
Maintenance

Prune back in fall

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Jacklyn D.'s collection

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