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Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire

Scientific Name: Crocosmia 'Dragonfire'

Also Known As

  • Nova™ Dragonfire Montbretia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 20"-26"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire plant details

Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 20 IN - 26 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: rabbit, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This glorious Crocosmia stays upright and compact all season; no stalking or flopping! Brilliant, bright-red blossoms perch in clusters 2' high atop the deep-green 12" blades of foliage. This easy care clumper will spread out to about 2' wide. The blooms are absolutely adored by hummingbirds and butterflies and will attract them in droves! This is the perfect perennial for the front of the border, massed, or in containers. S/M

Gardening facts about Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire plant

How to Grow Crocosmia Nova™ Dragonfire

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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