Montbretia
Crocosmia spp.
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Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1.5m | Max | 1m |
50cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Montbretia Overview
Crocosmia is a genus of around 10 hardy evergreen or deciduous, perennial, corm species. They originate from grassland habitats in South and East Africa, with one species restricted only to Madagascar (C. ambongensis). Foliage is sword-shaped with parallel-veined leaf blades, but they are mainly grown for their bright inflorescences, which are showy and consist of 4–20 red or orange flowers. This genus has been cultivated worldwide, with over 400 cultivars available. Some hybrids (such as C. aurea × C. potsii = C. crocosmiiflora) are considered invasive weeds in locations such as the UK and New Zealand.
Common problems with Montbretia
How to propagate Montbretia
Division
Divide in early spring, before active growth begins.
Special features of Montbretia
Attractive flowers
Attracts bees
Other uses of Montbretia
Grown for their brightly coloured flowers produced mainly in summer. Suitable for coastal conditions.
Ornamentals to Plant Outside in April
Provided the ground isn't frozen or water-logged, plant these varieties.
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