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Crocosmia Zeal Tan - Montbretia

Crocosmia crocosmiflora Zeal Tan
Montbretia

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A stunning variety bearing bright red flowers speckled with light-yellow at the base of the petals.
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -12°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Flowering time July to August
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Description

Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Zeal Tan' is a magnificent variety with bright red flowers bearing a light-yellow macule at the base of the petals.

Unlike large bushy varieties, Crocosmia 'Zeal Tan' is a compact perennial that does not exceed 60cm (24in) in height. Its large flowers bloom in early summer, spanning July to August. The foliage is slender, like that of gladioli.

Crocosmias, or montbretias, are bulbous perennial plants native to South Africa. They thrive in open ground in sunny exposures. They prefer well-drained soil. They multiply over time and become more beautiful each year.

They are perfect for natural gardens, mixed with lobelias, artemisias, stachys, or kniphofias.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour red
Flowering time July to August
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Crocosmia

Species

crocosmiflora

Cultivar

Zeal Tan

Family

Iridaceae

Other common names

Montbretia

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

Plant crocosmias in full sun. They need well-drained and aerated soil. Work the soil well at the time of planting and, if necessary, incorporate sand. They must be covered with 15cm (6in) of soil and spaced about 15cm (6in) apart. They like rich, loamy soils. Apply fertiliser at the time of planting and renew it every spring. While they prefer well-drained soil in winter, crocosmias need plenty of water during their growing season and cannot tolerate any drought in summer.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 7 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Sandy.

Care

Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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