Montbretia, Perennial Of The Day

Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Emily McKenzie'

Montbretia, Crocosmia

Type Perennial

Hardy range 5A to 9B

Height 24" to 30" / 60cm to 75cm

Spread 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Orange

Bloom Time Summer

The flowers are showy and suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant tolerates occasional wetness.
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes These colorful flowers have a slight nod to them and are funnel shaped. Lift the bulbs in fall, storing in a cool dry area in colder climates. Crocosmias are clump forming and will spread rapidly when established. They bloom best when crowded. 'Emily McKenzie' is an excellent choice due to its bright orange (with red throats) blossoms.

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