More about the plant below:
Krokosmia (Crocosmia)
category : bulbous
position : sun
height : 0.5-1 m
wintering:room 5-10 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly alkaline
preferences soil : fertile, permeable, humus
watering : a lot
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : yellow, orange, red
shape : raised, tufted
period flowering : July-September
seeding : spring
reproduction:division of clumps, daughter tubers, sowing
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : flower beds, balconies, cut flowers, terraces
pace of growth : fast
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Crocosmia flowers have a crocus-like scent, which is why the botanical name Crocosmia is a combination of the Greek words crocos (saffron) and osme (fragrance). Not all species of this plant, established in South Africa, are winter-hardy in our country.Most garden varieties tolerate winter hibernating in the ground, as long as the crop is covered with lining. The flowering period may be from July to September and sometimes to October.
Krokosmia - developmental features
The flat bulbous tubers have drooping, sword-shaped, gladioli-ribbed leaves. The yellow, orange or red flowers are funnel-shaped and densely gathered on the stems. At the top of the shoots they grow almost horizontally.
Stand for crocosmia
Krokosmie prefer sheltered positions, they like warm places, however, they do not tolerate direct sunlight (especially in the morning and afternoon hours).They grow best in a loose substrate, it is important that it is water-permeable, especially in winter.
Crocosmia planting
Plant the tubers in the garden in spring. Before planting, we put them in a water bath for several hours.
Krokosmia - care
In autumn, plant leaves should not be cut, because they provide better protection against winter moisture.When severe frosts are announced, do not forget to cover the plants with leaf bedding.Additionally, you can cover them with foil that effectively protects against moisture.
Krokosmia - application
Krokosmia looks interesting surrounded by thermophilic perennials, such as Echinops and Spurge.
Tip
Crocosmia is suitable as a cut flower. Cut the shoots only when the first flower buds open.
