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    • Photo of Crocosmia 'Columbus' flower by Forestfarm

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    Crocosmia 'Columbus'

    Also Known As

    • Crocosmia 'Colombus'
    • Columbus Montbretia

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 24"-32"
    • W: 18"-36"

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    Crocosmia 'Columbus' plant details

    Crocosmia 'Columbus' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Columbus'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 32 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: cutting garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Columbus'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The bright deep-yellow flowers of this 32 incher are an eye-opener in the late summer garden. S/M/GDr/will spread

    By: Forestfarm

    This cultivar has bright yellow, tubular flowers on tall, arched spikes (up to 32"). Dark green linear, lance-shaped leaves. Clumping. Popular with hummingbirds.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Columbus' plant

    How to Grow Crocosmia 'Columbus'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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