Crocosmia 'Prince of Orange'

Common Name: Montbretia

Developed for its exceptional seedpods in fall, this new hybrid from The Netherlands forms an upright clump of dark green, sword-like foliage topped with arching stems of 20 or more vivid red-orange blossoms with a distinctive, burgundy speckled, gold center. The flowers are spaced very close together on the stems, resulting in a more concentrated blast of color from midsummer through late summer. The decorative seed pods that develop in fall are popular in dried flower arrangements.

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:

30.0-36.0 Inches

Spread:

12.0-18.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Orange Shades Red 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 1-4, corms should be lifted and stored indoors over the winter, much like cannas or dahlias. In zones 5-7, a deep winter mulch will help to protect the roots and increase the plant's chances of survival.

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