Crocosmia masoniorum
Family: Iridaceae
Common name: MONTBRETIA
Native to: South Africa
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: arching, erect
Max height: 3 feet
Max width: 1.5 feet
Flower
orange, red
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Exposure: part shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in summer
Soil types: sandy, well drained
USDA Zones: zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: 0 to +30 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
