description Crocosmia Overview
Crocosmia is a genus of corm-forming perennial plants in the iris family, Iridaceae, native to southern Africa. The plants produce narrow, arching leaves and branched stems bearing brightly coloured, usually orange, red, or yellow flowers. Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora is a widely grown garden hybrid raised in France by Victor Lemoine around 1882. Crocosmias are cultivated for summer flowers and are also visited by hummingbirds.
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What is crocosmia?
Crocosmia is a genus of corm-forming perennials in the iris family, Iridaceae. It is native to southern Africa and produces arching leaves with branched stems of orange, red, or yellow flowers.
Is Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora a hybrid?
Yes. Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora is a widely grown garden hybrid rather than a wild species. It is valued for its colorful flowers and ability to return from underground corms.
When does crocosmia flower?
Crocosmia generally flowers in summer, with the blooms carried on arching or branched stems. The exact timing varies with climate, cultivar, and planting conditions.
How does crocosmia spread?
Crocosmia grows from corms, which can multiply underground and form expanding clumps. Gardeners often divide congested clumps to maintain vigor and control spread.
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