What is another name for crocosmia?
Flowers: Crocosmia blooms from mid-summer through mid-fall, producing clusters of tubular flowers along the top side of the long, arching stems. Flower colors range from fiery red and orange to golden yellow, earning it the common names “montbretia” and “fire lily”. The flamboyant colors of Crocosmias add vivid visual interest to the sunny border, and they are terrific elements in hot-colored schemes. They radiate beautifully with Heleniums (Sneezeweed), Kniphofias (Red Hot Pokers), Dahlias, and ornamental grasses, maintaining the interest well after the first leaves fall.Crocosmia prefer full sun but will tolerate partial sunshine. A more shaded spot will mean less prolific flowers. Aim for a place in the garden which is moist but well-drained. Crocosmia are native to the warmer regions of South and Eastern Africa, but are tolerant of cold UK winters.
What is the problem with crocosmia?
Some crocosmias can become invasive. Common montbretia (Crocosmia × crocosmiiflora) has ‘escaped’ from gardens into the wild, where it can crowd out more delicate native species. So it’s best not to grow it if your garden adjoins open countryside. To avoid spreading it in your garden, don’t compost unwanted plants. Where to plant. Crocosmias will grow in a wide range of soil types, but ideally prefer a warm, sunny spot in fertile, moist but well-drained soil.Crocosmia is an easy to grow herbaceous perennial. It flowers from early to late summer in strong shades of red, orange and yellow. It is a reliable border plant returning each year with lovely bold flowers in strong colours.Types of Crocosmia to grow All are grown as perennials, so they will reappear without needing to be re-planted or sown, each year.