Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio'
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Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio'
- Our long-range forecast for this plant? You're going to love it!
- Featuring brilliant bicolour blooms in orange and yellow, this clump-forming plant flowers freely in the summer, with stems emerging from (and arching over) lush green, gladius-shaped foliage
- Flowering at the end of the stems in racemes, the buds have an almost frond-like appearance before they bloom and open out
- This hardy plant is both easy to grow and versatile, pairing well with a wide array of flowering perennials and ornamental grasses
- Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, 'Firestars Scorchio' has been recognised as an exceptional performer in British gardens
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Crocosmia 'Firestars Scorchio' 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 Scorchio' 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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