Crocosmia' Lucifer (Montbretia)

ℹ Extremely showy and exotic-looking! Crocosmia produce deer resistant, decorative clumps of erect sword-shaped leaves sporting brilliant wands of fiery scarlet, red, orange, and yellow tubular flowers which bloom for 5-8 weeks from mid summer through mid fall. Easy to grow, they stand proud and bold! The most hardy cultivar of Crocosmia, award-winning 'Lucifer produces decorative clumps of erect pleated leaves and brilliant arching wands of fiery scarlet red tubular flowers which bloom for 5-8 weeks from mid to late summer. Extremely showy, this South African native is an absolute magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies! Its vibrant blossoms give way to seedpods that persist into fall and attract hungry birds.  'Lucifer' adds an amazing tropical flair to northern gardens and is especially stunning when planted in front of large conifers, beside blue flowered plants or in containers!