Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’
Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’
Bold and fiery, Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ brings vibrant color and dramatic form to the summer garden. Tall, arching stems carry brilliant scarlet-red, tubular flowers that bloom in mid to late summer, creating a striking display above sword-like green foliage.
A favorite of hummingbirds, this easy-to-grow perennial adds vertical interest and movement to borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings.
 
🔥 Why You’ll Love It
Intense scarlet-red blooms
Tall, graceful flower spikes
Excellent hummingbird plant
Adds height and movement to the garden
Reliable and easy to grow
🌿 Plant Details
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Flower Color: Bright red
Foliage: Upright, sword-like green leaves
Light Requirement: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 5–9
📏 Size
Height: 36–48 in
Width/Spread: 18–24 in
🌼 Uses
Mixed perennial borders
Cottage gardens
Pollinator gardens
Cut flower gardens
Vertical accents
✔ Garden Benefits
Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
Deer resistant
Heat tolerant
Great cut flowers
💡 Garden Tip:
Plant Crocosmia in a sunny, well-drained location. While this variety is a Zone 5, it will do best in Northern Illinois with a layer of mulch in the winter to protect the corms.