Crocosmia paniculata - 10 bulbs per pack

Crocosmia paniculata will cast a warm glow upon your garden during the summer. Simple to cultivate and even easier to adore.

Family name: Iridaceae
Name derived from: Greek krokos meaning saffron and osme meaning smell
Common name: Falling stars
Sun Exposure: Full sun to semi-shade
Planting time: Spring to early summer
Flowering time: Late summer
Active growth time: Spring to late summer
Dormancy time: Winter
Lifting time: No need to lift
Type (true bulb, rhizome, corm, etc): Corm
Mature height: 1–1.5m
Planting depth: Cover the corm with 8–10cm of soil
Planting spacing: 30cm
Lowest temperature: Approximately -10°C once established
Watering frequency: Weekly. Water deeply during summer, particularly during dry periods.
Position and soil: Happiest in full sun to semi-shade, planted in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Keep moist during active growth.
Further Care: Mulch with compost and feed with Hadeco Bulb Food or similar during active growth. Allow the foliage to die back naturally before cutting it down.