Aunt Eliza Crocosmia paniculata

ABOUT
C. paniculata is a cormous perennial producing strongly-pleated, olive green leaves to 1m long. In late summer it produces downward curved, orange flowers to 6cm long that are borne alternately on branched, zigzagged stems
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Iridaceae
Synonyms
Aunt Eliza
Common names
Curtonus paniculatus, Antholyza coccinea
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
1-1.5 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H5
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pruning
Cut back faded foliage in autumn or spring
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Cut Flowers Flower borders and beds Coastal Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by division in spring just before growth starts, plant corms 8-10cm deep
Pests
Prone to glasshouse red spider mite especially if grown on soil prone to drying out in summer
Diseases
Generally disease free
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