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crocosmia lucifer
Crocosmia 'Lucifer' is well loved for its tall, arching stems with fiery red trumpets above crimped, sword-like foliage in late summer, just as other border perennials begin to fade. With a RHS AGM, this variety is prized for its robust and resilient nature, also adding structure and height to sunny herbaceous borders. The tall stems make perfect cut flowers too.Height: 100cm (39). Spread: 10cm (4).
With its brilliant red flowers this fantastic Crocosmia (Montbretia) really stand out in you garden. Masses of bright red flowers are produced in freesia-like sprays in midsummer. This is a vigorous plant with sword-shaped, pleated, mid-green leaves. It is perfect for planting in large groups, bringing heat to your borders or in pots which will overflow with its arching leaves and stems, and the flowers are also excellent for cutting. Choose a nice sunny spot and that isn't too dry -
Fabulous arching stems of vivid green bearing scarlet red flowers - the perfect partner to yellow and red dahlia for sizzling summer garden displays. Plant in masses for maximum impact. Flowers in June-July. Height 1-1.5m (3.3-5').
A stunning sight in the late summer border, Crocosmia 'Lucifer' certainly packs a punch with its sprays of fiery red trumpet shaped flowers above tall, sword-like foliage. Drifts of this eye-catching perennial add a blaze of colour when many other flowers are starting to fade, as well as adding vertical structure to the border. This variety of Montbretia earns its RHS Award of Garden Merit for its beauty as well as its vigour and resilience. It also makes a striking cut flower. Height: 100cm
Fabulous arching stems of vivid green bearing scarlet red flowers - the perfect partner to yellow and red dahlia for sizzling summer garden displays. Plant in masses for maximum impact. Flowers in June-July. Height 1-1.5m (3.3-5').
