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Also Known As

  • Crocosmia 'Phillipa'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

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Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne' plant details

Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has brilliant orange flowers in August. This is one of the brightest crocosmias I've seen.

Gardening facts about Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne' plant

How to Grow Crocosmia 'Phillipa Browne'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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