Crocosmia 'Emily McKenzie'

Common Name: Montbretia, Crocosmia

Truly impressive, glowing orange flowers with crimson throats stand in rows on wiry, gracefully arched stems from midsummer thru early fall. These stems make long-lasting cut flowers and add tropical flair to any bouquet or garden.

Crocosmia's broad, sword-like leaves are attractive even when the plants are not in bloom and, from a design standpoint, are effective for adding a spiky textured element to the landscape.

Height:

24.0-30.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0-18.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Orange Shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Midsummer Late Summer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Hummingbirds

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Mass Planting Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Plant Crocosmia in full sun and well-drained soil that does not become waterlogged. Its fleshy roots (corms) should be planted 2-4" deep and 6-8" apart.

Crocosmia will quickly grow and overcrowd itself, and therefore should be divided every 2-3 years. Alternatively, offsets of the original plant may be lifted and moved. In zones 1-5, corms should be lifted and stored indoors over the winter, much like cannas or dahlias. In zones 6-7, a deep winter mulch will help to protect the roots and increase the plant's chances of survival. No special treatment is necessary in zones 8-9.

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