Crocosmia Lucifer

Crocosmia Lucifer is a gorgeous perennial flower plant that grows from bulb-like structures referred to as corms. It produces beautiful clumps of erect pleated leaves and brilliant wands of fiery scarlet red tubular flowers which bloom for several weeks from mid to late summer. Crocosmia Lucifer is native to South Africa and at maturity; the plant reaches heights of about 4 feet. The plant is relatively drought-tolerant and grows effectively in nearly any well-drained soil. Zone 5 not winter hardy, corms must be dug before first hard frost.