Crocosmia masoniorum
Crocosmia masoniorum is a giant montbretia with blazing-orange flowers. A magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies.
Crocosmia masoniorum is a tall species of montbretia providing that ‘all-needed’ vertical accent in the garden. Grows 4-5 feet high with upward facing, blazing-orange flowers atop clumps of erect sword-shaped narrow blades. Architecturally elegant with its arching blooming stems from midsummer to fall. An excellent border plant that provides valuable contrast in the garden. Popular with hummingbirds and butterflies. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Giant Montbretia - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-9
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Orange
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Drought Tolerant
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: In grasslands.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
