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Crocosmia x. 'Lucifer'

Crocosmia


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  • Sword-like leaves
  • Tropical looking, red flowers on wiry, arched stems
  • Great spiky effect to garden
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 well-drained soil.  Grows quickly and should be divided every 2-3 years.


Height: 36-42 in
Spacing: 12-18 in
Price Level 1: $13.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 5-9
Price Level 2: 4 for $50~#1
 

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