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Iridaceae
Copper Tip
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora
Vivacity and warmth.
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Genus
- Crocosmia
- Native to
- South Africa
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- Perennial bulb
- Height
- 40-90 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, fertile
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 5-9
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Crocosmia was first bred in France in 1880 by crossing two South African species.
- The name Crocosmia comes from the Greek for 'saffron scent,' as dried flowers smell of saffron.
- The plant spreads by underground corms and can form large, colorful colonies over time.
- Hummingbirds are particularly attracted to the tubular, arching flower sprays.
- In parts of the UK, naturalized crocosmia is so common it is considered invasive.
Color meanings
0
Passion
1
Zest
2
Energy