Crocosmia x. 'Lucifer'

Crocosmia


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  • Sword-like leaves
  • Wiry arching stems
  • Tropical looking, scarlet red flowers
  • Great late summer bloomer
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Summer
Summer
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Hummingbirds
Average Water
Average Water



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Plant in full sun and moist, well-drained soil Grows quickly and should be divided every 2-3 years Tolerant of humidity, drought and salt

Height: 36-42 in
Spacing: 12-18 in
Price Level 1: $16.99 ea.
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 5-9
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Focal Point
  • Border or Bed
  • Container
  • Mass Planting
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage

Habit:

  • Upright
  • Mounding

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Hummingbirds

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water