High Country Gardens
Crocosmia Mix
Best vibrant perennial for gardeners wanting to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Brighten your garden with this Crocosmia Mix, featuring a vibrant blend of red, orange, and yellow blooms. These striking flowers thrive in rich, moisture-retentive soils and prefer full to partial sun. Highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, they also make excellent cut flowers. Perennial in USDA Zones 5-9, they may take a season to establish but reward patience with spectacular summer blooms. For colder zones, ensure adequate winter insulation with mulch for continued enjoyment.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 2782
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
59
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Who it's for
- Busy homeowners preferring low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during late-season lulls
- Wildlife enthusiasts wanting to attract hummingbirds to their yard
Who should skip it
- Perfectionists requiring tidy, evergreen foliage throughout the season
- Minimalists wanting to avoid frequent plant division and maintenance
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding seasonal bulb storage tasks
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the summer months.
Garden Versatility
Works beautifully in borders, containers, or as fresh cut arrangements.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters hungry deer from snacking on your summer blooms.
Establishment Ease
Requires patience during the first season to fully settle in.
Climate Adaptability
Hardy in zones 5-9 with proper mulching in colder regions.
Visual Impact
Vibrant color palette creates a high-energy focal point for gardens.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
5-9
Flower Bulb Size
8 cm
Mature Height
18-24 inches tall
Planting Depth
5-8 inches deep
Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Package Quantity
10 bulbs per bag
Bloom Season
Mid to late summer
Features
- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
- Vibrant mix of red, orange, and yellow blooms
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Deer resistant
- Blooms mid to late summer
- Perennial in zones 5-9
- Thrives in full to partial sun
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Crocosmia bulbs received, noting they arrive healthy and ready to plant. The primary theme is reliability; these mixes establish quickly and reliably produce vibrant, striking blooms year after year, often exceeding expectations for color saturation and height. Gardeners appreciate the minimal effort required for such a dramatic display, confirming this mix is a dependable choice for adding bold, fiery color to the landscape.
Know before you buy
Yes, Crocosmia is generally considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
Plant the bulbs 5 to 8 inches deep in well-draining, moisture-retentive soil.
Absolutely. The vibrant, tubular blooms are highly attractive to both hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the summer months.
While these are perennial in zones 5-9, gardeners in the colder end of that range should apply a layer of mulch over the planting site in late autumn to provide necessary winter insulation.
Crocosmia may take one full season to establish itself in your garden. Once established, you can expect them to return and bloom reliably every mid to late summer.
Yes, their sturdy stems and striking colors make them excellent candidates for cut flower arrangements.
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