Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter'
Explosions of blazing blooms
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Hereford
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Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter'
- Rocking more flames than one of Guy Fieri's shirts, 'Firestars Firestarter' is the injection of red-hot character your flower bed's been looking for
- With flowers comprising all the colours of the sun's surface, this plant's blooms contrast brilliantly with the green blades of foliage beneath, and grow on delicately arching stems throughout summer
- Consider planting in your border alongside other perennial favourites like leucanthemums, rudbeckias and achilleas for maximum impact
- Both easy to grow and hardy, this charismatic crocosmia is a must-have for any gardener searching for that visual jolt of warm colour
- With flowers invitingly shaped like a gramophone, it's no surprise that bees and other pollinators are attracted to this plant
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Firestarter' is fully hardy (H5), enduring temperatures down to -15°C. It grows well across the UK, though it may need protection from severe winter wet in colder regions.
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