Crocosmia (Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora)
Family: Iridaceae
Crocosmia is a striking South African perennial that is becoming popular worldwide. Its flowers range from yellow through orange to deep red, with some bicolored cultivars available. Its strap-like foliage is similar to that of Iris, its close relative.
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Tags:
cut flower, flower, hummingbird, ornamental, perennial, sun
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Cultivation: Medium-sized perennial for USDA hardiness zones 6 to 9. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 2' to 4' (60 cm to 1.2 m) tall with a spread of 1' to 3' (30 cm to 90 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from mid-summer through late summer.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.
Size: Reaches 2' to 4' (60 cm to 1.2 m) tall with a spread of 1' to 3' (30 cm to 90 cm).
Flowering: Blooms from mid-summer through late summer.
Propagation methods: division, seeds.