montbretia

Montbretia (Crocosmia crocosmiiflora 'George Davison') should be watered regularly, aiming for moist soil at all times. Aim to give your plant a deep soaking once every 7-10 days in the spring and summer growing season. During periods of extreme heat, you may need to water more often. In the winter, start to reduce the amount of water you give your plant, but be sure not to let the soil dry out completely. A good rule of thumb is to water montbretia plants when the soil just begins to feel dry to the touch, 1-2 inches below the surface. If in doubt, it is better to water less than more.

Montbretia (Crocosmia crocosmiiflora 'George Davison') needs at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. This plant grows best in full sun, so it should be placed in a location that gets full sun in the morning and partial shade in the afternoon. In areas of intense heat and high humidity, the montbretia will appreciate some protection from the direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day.

Hardiness zone 5–9.

Montbretia (Crocosmia crocosmiiflora 'George Davison') should be pruned to encourage growth and flowering and to keep the plants looking tidy. Pruning should be done in early spring after the new growth has begun emerging, and before the plant begins flowering. Start by cutting back all dead and damaged foliage. Then, cut back the entire plant to 25cm (10 inches) to create a more compact, bushy growth. This will encourage a flush of new growth which, when mature, will give the plant a fuller, more vibrant look and help it to flower in abundance. Once finished, remove any subsequent dead or damaged foliage throughout the year.

Division, Seed Propagation, Cutting