Crocosmia Lucifer is
one of the hardiest and easiest of garden plants. Amongst the common
names Montbretia comes up, but it is used less than the genus name
Crocosmia. Crocosmia will
bloom in sun or shade. It requires only a little additional water in
the driest gardens. Crocosmia Lucifer will bloom through the latter
part of Summer and into the Fall. With these Autumnal colors it fits
well in a garden with the turning leaves. Crocosmia Lucifer is hardy to
single digits. With a plant this easy there is often a caveat.
They are not so easy to get rid of if you change your mind. Lift
them soil and all to get all of the little bulblets left behind.
Crocosmia Lucifer will grow to 2-3 feet in height and will have an ever
growing clump. I cut them back as I am pruning roses.
High resolution images of
Crocosmia Lucifer are available.
