Crocosmia (Crocosmia 'Lucifer')

Pronunciation:	crow-cos-me-uh
Alternative botanical names:	T. fenestrata, T. hyalina
Alternative common names:	Antholyza, Curtonus, Montbretia
Family:	Iridaceae
Native to:	South Africa
USDA zones:	6-9
Sunset zones:	9, 13-24
Hardy to:	unknown
Exposure:	full sun
Water:	moderate during growing season
Height x width:	3' x 1'
Flowers in:	Summer
Colors:	red
Fragrance:	none
Additional comments:	This is one of many South African bulbs that naturalize well in this area. It receives no water in the summer. Returns each winter during the rainy season.