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Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer'

Also Known As

  • Crocosmia x cocosmiflora 'Orange Lucifer'
  • Montbretia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer' plant details

Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of vibrant, tubular orange flowers on sword-like foliage add a tropical look to your landscape.
'Orange Lucifer' forms clusters of dark green, linear, lance-shaped leaves and blooms with orange red flowers on arching stems. Popular with hummingbirds.

Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer' plant

How to Grow Crocosmia 'Orange Lucifer'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer

Features

  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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