Photo by Forestfarm
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Crocosmia 'Fire King'
Also Known As
- Fire King Montebretia
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Crocosmia 'Fire King' plant details
Crocosmia 'Fire King' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange and red 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 'Fire King'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Fire King'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Fire King' plant
How to Grow Crocosmia 'Fire King'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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aka Crocosmia 'George Davidson', Crocosmia x crocosmiflora 'George Davison', Montbretia 'George Davison', George Davison Crocosmia
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 36"-48"
Width: 6"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Walrhead'
aka Crocosmia 'Little Redhead', Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Little Redhead', Little Redhead Montbretia
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 15"-20"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
aka Crocosmia 'Solfaterre', Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Solfatare', Solfaterre Montbretia
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 9"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 36"-40"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- regular
- dry in summer
Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Walcroy'
aka Crocosmia 'Walberton Yellow', Montebretia 'Walberton Yellow', Walberton Yellow Montbretia
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-30"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry in summer
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