Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon
Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Blos'
Also Known As
- Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Bressingham Beacon'
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon plant details
Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon plant
How to Grow Crocosmia Bressingham Beacon
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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