Dark Fire Montbretia
Crocosmia 'Dark Fire' PP #35,303
Description | Truly unique and eye-catching! Smokey purple-green foliage gives this plant a moody air before going ablaze with red and yellow bi-color flowers in summer. A vigorous, clump-forming perennial that is adored by hummingbirds. Adds excellent contrast to mixed perennial beds. Herbaceous. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
Blooms | Summer |
Mature Size | Reaches 20 in. tall, 12 in. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Care | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil; protect roots with a thick layer of mulch. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates drier soils. Remove bloom stalks after flowers fade. Remove old foliage before new growth appears in early spring. Divide every 3 to 4 years in early spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Your climate may be too warm for this plant
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Anawalt Lumber 11060 Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90064 -
Hashimoto Nursery 1935 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90025 -
Yamaguchi Bonsai Nursery 1905 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90025
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