Crocosmia crocosmiiflora |
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Montebretia |
Description
This garden plant is a cormous herb, and it closely resembles the gladiolus. Its summer deciduous bulb bears crenate vertical leaves to 3' tall and arching stalks of brilliant red, coral/apricot, red, red-orange, or bright yellow flowers in late spring and summer. Colors change by variety. It requires sun to part shade. Little or no summer watering. This plant performs well in containers. -Monterey Bay Nursery
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.