PICK YOUR CROCOSMIA BULBS – Dragon Flower – Choose From (10) Different Types!!!
Specifications
| All Returns Accepted | ReturnsNotAccepted |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| Color | Gold |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Plant Characteristic | Flowering (Flower Bulb) |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Brand | Danny Pleasant Gardens |
| Soil PH | Neutral |
| Season Of Interest | Fall |
| Type | Bulbs |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Watering | Medium |
| Genus | Crocosmia |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Flowering |
| Cultivating Difficulty | Easy |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
Crocosmia are summer blooming bulbs with sword-like foliage and brightly-colored flowers on wiry, arching stems. The buds open one-by-one from the bottom up and the tubular flowers are magnets for hummingbirds. Crocosmia are indigenous to eastern Africa and are related to gladiolas. Shade and Sun: Crocosmia will grow in partial shade, but the plants will be stronger and produce more flowers in full sun. Zone: Crocosmias are winter hardy in zones 6-9. The bright red cultivar 'Lucifer' will survive winters in zones 4 and 5. If you are concerned about hardiness, treat crocosmia as you would gladiolus. Dig the bulbs up after the first light frost and store them indoors for winter. When to Plant: Crocosmia bulbs should be planted outdoors in spring and summer. They dislike cold soil and may not sprout until the soil is relatively warm. How to Plant Crocosmia Loosen the soil 6” deep and then dig an 8” diameter planting hole that is 3 to 4” deep. Set several bulbs into the hole, placing them about 3” apart. Cover and water lightly. What to Expect Crocosmia often takes a year or two to get established, eventually becoming a robust plant that gradually increases in size. The foliage reaches its full height (3-4 feet) before the flower stalks appear. Flowers usually begin opening in midsummer and the show lasts for a month or more. Where to Plant Crocosmia Flowerbeds and Borders: These brightly colored flowers add excitement midsummer perennial gardens. Even when the plants are not in bloom, crocosmia's upright foliage adds an attractive vertical element. Cutting Gardens: Crocosmia is an excellent cut flower. The arching stems and long-lasting, brightly colored blossoms are popular with floral designers. To ensure you have plenty of stems for cutting, consider planting crocosmia bulbs in a cutting garden or even in a vegetable garden. Landscaping: Crocosmia look attractive growing in front of a wall or against a fence. They are good companions for ornamental grasses and can also be planted among flowering shrubs. Caring for Crocosmia After they Bloom Once the flower clusters are completely spent, cut the stems back to where they meet the foliage and allow the leaves to continue growing. Over time, crocosmia may form large clumps and become overcrowded. If this happens, flower production may decrease. To restore vigor, dig and divide the clumps in late summer or early fall. . We combine shipping ($1.50 per additional item) so check out our other items for sale!