Crocosmia - Lucifer

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Crocosmia - Lucifer

The Montbretia Lucifer, 'Crocosmia 'Lucifer’, is one of the newest Crocosmi’s on the market today. Its bright, flame-red flowers stand out from the rest. Being the hardiest members of its genus, the sword-shaped foliage adds to any landscape. ‘Lucifer’ has a plant height of 36-42” and a plant spread of 30-36”. It does need a well drained site and full sun, but will tolerate morning shade. ‘Lucifer’ blooms in late summer to early fall, June through August. Try it as cut flowers or as a border plant in your perennial garden and it is also a major attractor to butterflies. ... get more information

 

Coneflower - Sunrise Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Sunrise’ stands 30-35” high with a plant spread of 18”. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but it is also said to be a potent medicine.

Crocosmia - Lucifer