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    Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte'

    Also Known As

    • Montbretia 'Queen Charlotte'

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 30"
    • W: 18"

    planting zones

    • 7b-9b

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    Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte' plant details

    Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 18 IN wide, 30 IN tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, cutting garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte'

    USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Provisionally named 'Queen Charlotte' although 'Mrs. Geoffrey Howard' is a strong contender. We received this mis-named and this beauty most closely resembles these two selections and until we can compare with another plant we're just guessing. It's for sure choice!

    By: Far Reaches Farm

    Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte' plant

    How to Grow Crocosmia 'Queen Charlotte'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Crocosmia 'George Davison'

    aka Crocosmia 'George Davidson', Crocosmia x crocosmiflora 'George Davison', Montbretia 'George Davison', George Davison Crocosmia

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 36"-48"

    Width: 6"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Crocosmia 'George Davison' flower by Old House Gardens
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    Crocosmia Little Redhead PP15587

    Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Walrhead'

    aka Crocosmia 'Little Redhead', Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Little Redhead', Little Redhead Montbretia

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 15"-20"

    Width: 12"-36"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - occasional
    Photo of Crocosmia Little Redhead PP15587 flower by Secret Garden Growers
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    Crocosmia 'Solfatare'

    aka Crocosmia 'Solfaterre', Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Solfatare', Solfaterre Montbretia

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 9"-18"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Crocosmia 'Solfatare' flower by Karl Gercens III
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    Crocosmia 'Star of the East'

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 36"-40"

    Width: 18"-36"

    • sun
    • regular
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Crocosmia 'Star of the East' flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Crocosmia Walberton Yellow

    Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Walcroy'

    aka Crocosmia 'Walberton Yellow', Montebretia 'Walberton Yellow', Walberton Yellow Montbretia

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 24"-30"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Crocosmia Walberton Yellow flower by Karl Gercens III
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