Crocosmia - Vera Cruz
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners wanting to attract hummingbirds.
Introduce exotic beauty to your garden with Crocosmia - Vera Cruz. This easy-to-grow plant features striking, tubular red blooms with a vibrant golden-yellow flash, complemented by handsome, lance-shaped foliage. Perfect for garden beds or as long-lasting cut flowers, Vera Cruz thrives in full sun to partial sun and requires moderate watering. It's a low-maintenance choice that attracts hummingbirds and provides attractive seedpods for birds in the fall, offering multi-season interest.
$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
Includes
20
/ Crocosmia corms
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, late-season color
- Wildlife enthusiasts looking to attract hummingbirds and butterflies
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, sturdy stems
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding frequent plant division
- Northern gardeners unwilling to lift or mulch bulbs
- Gardeners in humid climates wary of fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
High-nectar tubular blooms act as a magnet for local hummingbirds.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal intervention once established in the garden bed.
Visual Impact
Striking red and gold contrast creates an immediate focal point.
Cut Flower Longevity
Sturdy stems hold up well in arrangements for extended indoor display.
Seasonal Versatility
Offers multi-season interest from vibrant summer blooms to fall seedpods.
Growth Reliability
Consistent performance across a wide range of planting zones.
Key Specs
Includes
20 Crocosmia corms
Planting Zone
6 - 10
Mature Height
48 - 60 inches
Mature Spread
6 - 8 inches
Planting Depth
3 inches
Spacing
6-8 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Features
- Exotic bright red and gold blooms
- Handsome lance-shaped foliage
- Ideal for garden beds
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Provides fall seedpods for birds
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Crocosmia 'Vera Cruz' bulbs for delivering spectacular, fiery orange-red blooms with intense color saturation. Reviewers consistently report receiving large, firm, and healthy bulbs, resulting in vigorous growth and high establishment rates. This variety is noted for its effectiveness in attracting hummingbirds, making it a dynamic garden focal point. While some first-year growers observe fewer blooms, the consensus confirms that 'Vera Cruz' offers exceptional ornamental value and thrives reliably across various zones. It is highly recommended for gardeners seeking dramatic, long-lasting summer color once established.
Know before you buy
Plant the corms 3 inches deep in well-draining soil, spacing them 6 to 8 inches apart. They perform best in a location that receives full sun to partial sun.
Crocosmia Vera Cruz is hardy in zones 6 through 10. If you live in a colder region within this range, consider applying a layer of mulch in the winter to protect the corms from freezing temperatures.
At maturity, Vera Cruz reaches a height of 48 to 60 inches. Given their height, they work well as a striking backdrop in garden beds or borders.
No extra effort is required. The tubular shape and vibrant red and gold color of the blooms are naturally irresistible to hummingbirds, so simply planting them in your garden will draw them in.
Yes, they make excellent cut flowers. Their long stems and unique, exotic appearance add a dramatic flair to bouquets and are known for being long-lasting in a vase.
After the flowers fade in late summer, the plant produces attractive seedpods. These pods provide a food source for birds in the fall, offering interest in your garden well after the main bloom period.
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