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Montebretia |
Information by: Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
This plant is a cormous herb, and it closely resembles the gladiolus. Its summer deciduous bulb bears crenate vertical leaves to 3' tall and arching stalks of brilliant red, coral/apricot, red, red-orange, or bright yellow flowers in late spring and summer. It requires sun to part shade and little or no summer watering. This plant performs well in containers.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
n/a
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.