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. The root is actually a corm and should be planted about 10" (25 cm) deep.

Companion Plants

Russian Sage

Shasta Daisy

Yarrow

Plant Details

Common name

Crocosmia
Botanical name

Crocosmia crocosmiiflora
Variety

Emily McKenzie
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).
Light

Sun
Height

24-36" (61-91 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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Ada J.'s collection

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