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Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'George Davidson'

Common name: Montbretia

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-10 to -15°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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Planted alone or ‘en-mass’ the golden yellow glow of Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'George Davison' will light up your late summer garden. Clumps of green strap like foliage produce arching spikes of rich amber-yellow, freesia-like flowers in July and August, shining like beacons attracting passing bees and butterflies to a late nectar feast. Named after George Davison, Head Gardener at Westwick Hall in Norfolk and who is generally regarded as the father of Crocosmia breeding in the UK. Known also as Montbretia, Crocosmia are perfect for borders, containers, and any planting scheme whether a cottage garden, a cutting garden or prairie planting. Excellent as a cut vibrant addition to floral arrangements within your home, as well as drought tolerant and rabbit resistant. Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'George Davison' will grow to a height of 90cm and spread to 30cm, preferring moist, well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Hardy bulbous perennials, they will die back over winter, conserving en
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Key Information
Latin Name Crocosmia George Davison
Common Name Montbretia
Hardiness H5 (-10 to -15°C)
Colour Yellow
Format 9cm Pots
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 0.90 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.30
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Drought Tolerant Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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