Photo of Crocosmia 'Buttercup' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Crocosmia 'Buttercup'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Crocosmia 'Buttercup' plant details

Crocosmia 'Buttercup' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Buttercup'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Buttercup'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dramatic accent for the border and a tremendous cut flower, this 2-3' clump-former produces a mound of rich-yellow flat-opening flowers. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Buttercup' plant

How to Grow Crocosmia 'Buttercup'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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