Crocosmia - Erika
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners wanting late-season hummingbird-friendly color.
The Crocosmia 'Erika' is a stunning late-flowering variety, perfect for extending your garden's vibrant color display. Bred for abundant, fuller blooms, it showcases deep scarlet flowers with captivating yellow throat markings on gracefully arching stems. Its strong stalks branch freely, ensuring a profusion of color. Erika looks equally beautiful planted in the landscape or as cut flowers indoors. This package includes 20 Crocosmia corms, offering low-maintenance beauty that also attracts hummingbirds.
$9.72
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-59%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
610
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact color during late summer lulls
- Wildlife enthusiasts looking to attract hummingbirds to their yard
- Floral designers wanting unique, long-lasting stems for arrangements
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting to avoid frequent plant division
- Cold-climate growers preferring plants that stay in the ground
- Gardeners in humid regions wanting to avoid fungal maintenance
Performance breakdown
Bloom Density
Bred specifically for fuller, more abundant flower production per stem.
Pollinator Appeal
Deep scarlet hues act as a natural magnet for local hummingbirds.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention once established in the garden landscape.
Seasonal Longevity
Late-flowering habit effectively bridges the gap between summer and autumn.
Cut Flower Utility
Strong, branching stalks provide excellent structure for indoor floral arrangements.
Hardiness Versatility
Reliable performance across a broad range of temperate climate zones.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
6-10
Height
30-36 inches
Spacing
6-8 inches
Planting Depth
3 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Bloom Season
Spring to Summer
Includes
20 Crocosmia corms
Features
- Bred for fuller flower production
- Deep scarlet blooms with yellow throats
- Late-flowering extends bloom season
- Strong stalks branch for more color
- Stunning in garden beds
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Low maintenance plant
- Attracts hummingbirds
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Crocosmia 'Erika' bulbs, focusing primarily on exceptional quality and spectacular garden results. Reviewers consistently praise the robust health and size of the corms upon arrival, noting secure packaging and clear instructions led to high establishment success. The 'Erika' variety delivers vibrant, long-lasting coral-orange blooms that significantly enhance garden aesthetics, often exceeding expectations for color intensity. Many highlight the vigorous growth and effectiveness in attracting pollinators like hummingbirds. While a few mention slow initial establishment, the eventual payoff of reliable, dramatic color makes these bulbs a fantastic, highly recommended investment for impactful perennial displays.
Know before you buy
Plant your corms 3 inches deep in well-draining soil, spacing them 6 to 8 inches apart. They thrive in areas that receive full sun to partial sun.
Yes, Crocosmia 'Erika' is a magnet for hummingbirds. Their vibrant scarlet color and nectar-rich blooms make them a favorite for these birds.
Absolutely. Their strong, branching stems and long-lasting flowers make them an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements.
These are low-maintenance plants that require only moderate watering. Once established, they are quite resilient and will return to provide late-season color.
Crocosmia 'Erika' is hardy in zones 6 through 10. If you live in a colder region, you may need to lift the corms in the fall or provide heavy winter mulch to protect them.
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