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Crocosmia X crocosmiiflora

Montebretia

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This plant is a cormous herb, and it closely resembles the gladiolus. Its summer deciduous bulb bears crenate vertical leaves to 3' tall and arching stalks of brilliant red, coral/apricot, red, red-orange, or bright yellow flowers in late spring and summer. It requires sun to part shade and little or no summer watering. This plant performs well in containers. This plant can be invasive in some areas, so use caution.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.