Fire King Crocosmia

Description

The Fire King Crocosmia is a striking and fiery plant that will add a bold splash of color to your garden. Known for its vibrant red-orange flowers and tall, arching stems, this plant creates a dramatic display in any garden setting. The Fire King Crocosmia blooms profusely in late summer and early fall, attracting bees and butterflies with its bright, nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for sunny borders, flower beds, and container planting, this variety offers not only stunning visual appeal but also a touch of elegance with its flame-like blossoms.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Height: Grows to about 60–90 cm tall, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, flower beds, or containers.
• Flower Color: Fiery red-orange flowers that contrast beautifully against its green foliage, resembling the color of flames.

1. Flower Shape: Funnel-shaped flowers with a delicate, tubular form that create a striking display in clusters.

• Blooming Season: Blooms from late summer to early fall, providing long-lasting color in the garden during the cooler months.
• Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, ensuring vibrant blooms in sunny spots.
• Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
• Ideal Uses: Perfect for garden beds, borders, or containers, and great for creating striking cut flowers or adding color to floral arrangements.
• Growth Rate: Moderate growth rate, with multiple blooms produced on each stem for a bold and vibrant display.
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Planting Instructions:

1. Sowing Time: Plant s or rhizomes in the spring, after the last frost, to enjoy blooms in late summer and early fall.
2. Spacing: Space plants about 15–20 cm apart to allow for proper growth and air circulation.
3. Watering: Water regularly, ensuring the soil is kept moist but well-drained to promote healthy growth and prevent rot.

Key Benefits:

• Vibrant, Fiery Blooms: The bright red-orange flowers of the Fire King Crocosmia add a stunning pop of color to any garden, creating a dramatic focal point.
• Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy vibrant blooms from late summer into early fall, adding warmth and color as the season changes.
• Attracts Pollinators: The nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for an eco-friendly garden.
• Versatile Planting: Works well in garden borders, flower beds, or containers, and can even be used in cut flower arrangements for bold, seasonal bouquets.
• Low Maintenance: The Fire King Crocosmia is easy to grow and care for, thriving in sunny locations with minimal attention.

Add a touch of fiery elegance to your garden with the Fire King Crocosmia. Its bold red-orange blooms, attractive to pollinators, will bring vibrant color and a dramatic flair to your landscape from late summer through fall.