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Crocosmia masoniorum (L. Bolus) N.E. Br.

giant montbretia

A corm forming clumps of narrow leaves and branched sprays of upward-facing, brilliant orange-red flowers 5cm in length, on stems to 1.2m in height, from midsummer

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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Orange Red Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Iridaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Crocosmia are deciduous cormous perennials with erect, sword-shaped leaves and branched spikes of showy, funnel-shaped flowers in summer

Name status

Correct

Plant range
South Africa

How to grow

Cultivation

Plant 8 to 10cm deep in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil. Lift and divide congested clumps to maintain vigour. Has the potential to become a nuisance in some gardens if not managed well

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe or by division in early spring as growth begins

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Gravel garden
  • Prairie planting
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders
  • Cut flowers
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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