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Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

Lucifer Crocosmia

Plant photo of: Crocosmia 'Lucifer'
Information by: Images by Walters Gardens Inc.        Photographer: Linda Engstrom, JJ Neilso

 

Description

This plant is a cormous herb, closely resembling the gladiolus. Its summer deciduous bulb bears crenate vertical leaves to 3' tall and arching stalks of brilliant red flowers in late spring and summer. It requires sun to part shade, with no summer watering. This plant performs excellent in containers.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.