High Country Gardens
Emily McKenzie Crocosmia
The 'Emily McKenzie' Crocosmia, also known as Montbretia, brings vibrant color to the late summer garden. It features striking bi-color blooms of coppery-orange and red surrounding a yellow throat, appearing just as other flowers begin to fade, often flowering until frost. This plant displays vertical, bright green foliage, adding textural interest. It is highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, and the blossoms make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this variety is deer and rabbit resistant and becomes drought tolerant once established, making it a cheerful and resilient addition to borders.
$14.44
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2416
/ 3183
#2416 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
510
/ -
Who it's for
- Fiery, Bicolored Blooms
- Hummingbird Haven
- Exceptional Longevity and Hardiness
Who should skip it
- Aggressive Spreading Habit
- Zone-Specific Winter Protection
- Post-Bloom Foliage Decline
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-10
Mature Height
30 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Iris
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Season
Late Summer to Fall
Planting Season
Spring
Deer Resistance
Yes
Features
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Provides vibrant late-season color
- Easy-care, drought-tolerant plant
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Blooms until frost
What customers say
Customers are generally delighted by the stunning, fiery orange and red blooms of the Emily McKenzie Crocosmia, consistently noting its exceptional aesthetic quality. The primary focus is on the plant's reliable performance and hardiness, establishing well and returning year after year, even in challenging climates. While some initial growth may be slow, gardeners trust this variety to establish robustly, delivering significant visual impact and excellent long term value for a unique perennial.
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