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Lucifer Montbretia

Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

Pronunciation: kroh-KOZ-mee-uh
SKU #07341
5-9

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Description Gorgeous red flowers, with yellow to orange shaded accents bloom atop green, swordlike foliage. This hardy cultivar adds a tropical flair to northern gardens. Tolerant of summer heat and humidity. Popular as a cut flower or in perennial borders. Attracts butterflies.
Light Full sun, Partial sun
Watering Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
Blooms June to august
Mature Size Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 1 to 2 ft. wide.
DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
STYLE
Landscape Use Border, Container, Poolside
Flower Color Red
Foliage Color Dark Green
CARE
Care Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil; protect roots with a thick layer of mulch. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, tolerates drier soils. Remove bloom stalks after flowers fade. Remove old foliage before new growth appears in early spring. Divide every 3 to 4 years in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.