Crocosmia 'Bressingham Dark Fires' | Bressingham Dark Fires Montbretia
DESCRIPTION
Crocosmia 'Bressingham Dark Fires' is a cormous, clump-forming perennial that blooms from summer through autumn. It features bicolored red and yellow tubular flowers borne on strong, arching stems. The blooms attract bees and other pollinators, enhancing the garden's ecological value.
The plant's upright growth habit is complemented by dark purple-green, blade-like foliage, which adds a rich, contrasting backdrop to the vibrant flowers. This combination of vivid blooms and distinctive foliage makes it a dynamic addition to borders, containers, or as a focal point in garden designs.
DESCRIPTION
Crocosmia 'Bressingham Dark Fires' is a cormous, clump-forming perennial that blooms from summer through autumn. It features bicolored red and yellow tubular flowers borne on strong, arching stems. The blooms attract bees and other pollinators, enhancing the garden's ecological value.
The plant's upright growth habit is complemented by dark purple-green, blade-like foliage, which adds a rich, contrasting backdrop to the vibrant flowers. This combination of vivid blooms and distinctive foliage makes it a dynamic addition to borders, containers, or as a focal point in garden designs.
DESCRIPTION
Crocosmia 'Bressingham Dark Fires' is a cormous, clump-forming perennial that blooms from summer through autumn. It features bicolored red and yellow tubular flowers borne on strong, arching stems. The blooms attract bees and other pollinators, enhancing the garden's ecological value.
The plant's upright growth habit is complemented by dark purple-green, blade-like foliage, which adds a rich, contrasting backdrop to the vibrant flowers. This combination of vivid blooms and distinctive foliage makes it a dynamic addition to borders, containers, or as a focal point in garden designs.
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Family: Iridaceae
Height: 2-3 feet
Width: 2-3 feet
Foliage color: Dark purple-green sword-like leaves
Flower color: Brilliant orange-red and yellow, funnel-shaped flowers
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Regular watering; prefers moist but well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; remove faded foliage in autumn and cover the crown with bark for frost protection
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators; deer and rabbit resistantThis plant can be seen in the Oregon trial garden at Monrovia.
