Crocosmia 'Babylon'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-28"
W: 12"-30"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Crocosmia 'Babylon' plant details

Crocosmia 'Babylon' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Babylon'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 30 IN - wide, 18 IN - 28 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Babylon'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This cultivar has deep reddish orange, tubular flowers on tall spikes (up to 30"). Dark green linear, lance-shaped leaves. Clumping. Popular with hummingbirds.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This is a Crocosmia that it is easy to babble on about with its rich mango red flowers that flare widely open with petals thrown back in exultation displaying its dark eye whose mesmerizing qualities transport you as though through the Gate of God. And all gardeners are worthy of entrance.