Crocosmias form dense clumps of upright sword-shaped foliage, from which sprays of brightly coloured flowers, carried in branched spikes, appear in late summer.
Croscosmia 'Comet' bears impressive deep-orange flowers with dusky-red blushes towards the centre. It's an attractive crocosmia, ideal for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or in a large container. Its flowers are excellent for cutting.
Grow Croscosmia 'Comet' in well-drained soil in full sun. In colder regions choose a sheltered site and mulch the corms in autumn to protect them over winter. Divide congested clumps in spring.
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Crocosmia ‘Comet’ and wildlife
Crocosmia ‘Comet’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
