Crocosmia 'Lucifer'
Botanical profile

Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

Latin name
Crocosmia 'Lucifer'
Common name
Montbretia with scarlet red flowers
Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae

Increasingly cultivated and appreciated for its unique bright red blooms and its reliability in the garden. Plant in loose, rich, and moist soil, preferably in small groups for an interesting effect. Showcase it by surrounding it with plants with white or other brightly colored flowers.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, sandy
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July-August
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3.4 feet (1.04 m)
Width
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.

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Hardy perennials for colourful, long-lasting gardens

Hardy perennials are essential plants for creating colourful, durable and easy-care gardens. Whether you are looking for perennials online, full sun perennials, shade perennials, partial shade plants, dry soil perennials or easy-care perennials, they offer reliable options for many garden styles. Some varieties are also valued as long-blooming perennials, pollinator plants, hummingbird plants or deer-resistant perennials, making them useful for flower beds, borders and naturalized plantings.