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CROCOSMIA 'Lucifer'
Commonly known as Montbretia
Tall deep red
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowNon-invasive rootstock. Good for cut flowers.
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Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites occasionally
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Place of originSouth Africa. Garden origin. UK. 1960s. Alan Bloom, Bressingham Nurseries, Norfolk.
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RedDeep red
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SpikesProfuse flowers to 5cm (2in) across, upward-facing, on slightly arching spikes
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Fully hardy
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Height1-1.2m (3-4ft)
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Spread8cm (3in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRobust, clump-forming cormous perennial
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1-1.2m (3-4ft)
8cm (3in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
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