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Columbus Montbretia
Crocosmia 'Columbus'
Pronunciation: kroh-KOZ-mee-uh
SKU #05745
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Reaches 32 in. tall, 18 in. wide.
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| Description | Arching spikes of bright golden orange lily-shaped flowers, rise on long stems over grass-like green foliage. Makes an excellent cut flower, adds dramatic impact to any border, and draws butterflies into the garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Salvia (Salvia) |
| Care Instructions | 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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| Description | Arching spikes of bright golden orange lily-shaped flowers, rise on long stems over grass-like green foliage. Makes an excellent cut flower, adds dramatic impact to any border, and draws butterflies into the garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Salvia (Salvia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Columbus Montbretia produce flowers?
Summer
Is Columbus Montbretia evergreen or deciduous?
Columbus Montbretia is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Columbus Montbretia?
Columbus Montbretia is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Columbus Montbretia resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Columbus Montbretia grow?
Columbus Montbretia has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Columbus Montbretia in my landscape?
Columbus Montbretia is suitable for: Border, Container, Poolside.
What color are Columbus Montbretia flowers?
Columbus Montbretia produces Orange flowers.
What color is the foliage of Columbus Montbretia?
Columbus Montbretia has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Columbus Montbretia?
Good companion plants for Columbus Montbretia include: Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Salvia (Salvia).
How do I care for Columbus Montbretia?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.