Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Walberton Yellow'
Walberton Yellow Montbretia
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Height
- 2-2.5 feet
- Width
- 1-2 feet
- Flower color
- Orange-yellow, funnel-shaped flowers
- Foliage color
- Green, narrow, sword-shaped leaves
- Bloom time
- July to August
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Medium
- Maintenance
- Medium; remove faded foliage in autumn and cover the crown with mulch for frost protection
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 6 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts hummingbirds and bees; deer and rabbit resistant
About this plant
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Walberton Yellow' is a perennial known for its exotic-looking, bright orange-yellow flowers that stand tightly together in rows on wiry, gracefully arched stems during the summer months. These tubular blooms are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, adding lively movement and energy to the garden.
The plant features sword-shaped, narrow, ribbed green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to its vibrant flowers. The elegant, long-lasting blooms make excellent cut flowers, adding a touch of summer brightness to indoor arrangements. 'Walberton Yellow' demonstrates good vigor, an extended flowering period, and reliable hardiness to zone 5, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens
Companion plants
Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras
Design tip
Use it as a steady framework plant, repeating it along a bed to tie separate plantings together. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
