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Crocosmia X crocosmiiflora

Montebretia

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Information by:         Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Montebretia is a bulb, closely resembling gladiolus. Vertical, strap like leaves grow to 3' tall. Brilliant red, coral/apricot, red, red-orange, or bright yellow flowers sit on top of arching stalks during the summer. Plants may wither in winter but come back in spring. It requires sun to part shade. Once this plant is established, it requires little or no summer watering. This plant performs well in containers as it is considered invasive in some areas. If your property is adjacent to a channel, please consider NOT planting Crocosmia as it can end up clogging the channel or suffocating trees.

 

Plant Type

Bulb

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.