Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

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Lucifer Crocosmia

 
Plant photo of: Crocosmia 'Lucifer'
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Information by: Native Sons Nursery        Photographer: Linda Engstrom, JJ Neilso

 

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 flowers in late spring and summer. It requires sun to part shade, with no summer watering. This plant performs excellent in containers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Width Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

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.