Crocosmia crocosmiiflora x Norwich Canary — Montbretia
- Family :Iridaceae
- Subfamily :
- Common name :Montbretia
- Section :
- Native to :Afrique du Sud (Côte Est)
- Native climate :sub tropical (dry winter)
- Colour :Yellow
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :full sun
- Storage organ :corm
- Growth :summer grower
- Flowering height :40-70 cm
- Uses :Borders - In the ground - Containers or pot
The genus
Crocosmia is also known under the name of Montbretia (although this name often refers to the small flowered cultivars). A very popular genus from the eastern part of South Africa. On condition that summerwater is provided and mulch protection during the winter is given they are easy to grow.
Growing cycle
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Plantation :Janvier (sem. 1-4), Février (sem. 1-4), Mars (sem. 1-4)
Végétation :Avril (sem. 4-4), Mai (sem. 1-4), Juin (sem. 1-4), Juillet (sem. 1-4), Août (sem. 1-4), Septembre (sem. 1-4), Octobre (sem. 1-4)
Floraison :Juillet (sem. 1-4), Août (sem. 1-4), Septembre (sem. 1-3)