| Common Name | Lucifer Montbretia |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Crocosmia |
| Species | Crocosmiiflora |
| Variety | Lucifer |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer flowering, orange-red blooms on arching stems |
| Leaf Color | Bright green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam, rich in compost; avoid waterlogged conditions.
Water regularly during growth and bloom; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce after flowering.
Full sun required for best flowering; tolerates light shade but blooms reduce.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth in spring/summer.
Remove spent flowers to prevent seed set; cut foliage back after frost dies down.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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