Lucifer Montbretia
Crocosmia 'Lucifer'
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Mahoney's, Inc.
242 Cambridge St. Winchester MA 01890
- Mccue The Florist
200 Cambridge Road Woburn MA 01801
- Seasons Four
1265 Massachusetts Ave. Lexington MA 02420
- Ricky's Flower Market
238 Washington St. Somerville MA 02143
| Botanical Pronunciation | kroh-KOZ-mee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 1 to 2 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | June to August |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Poolside, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Clump Forming, Easy Care, Gift Plant |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
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.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!