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Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Star of the East' (Montbretia 'Star of the East')

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 0.1m
max. spread
Ultimate height 0.7m
max. height
Time to maturity 2-5 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Star of the East'

Other names: Montbretia 'Star of the East'


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Genus: Crocosmia

Variety or cultivar: 'Star of the East' _ 'Star of the East' is a perennial with an erect habit. Its narrow, sword-shaped leaves are green. In summer it bears sprays of light orange, pale-centred flowers.

Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Star of the East' is: Deciduous

Flower: Pale-orange in Summer

Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn

Habit: Clump-forming, Erect

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Red spider mite (box and other)

Diseases: Generally pest-free.

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Propagation methods: Division. REGISTER to read more...


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Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Star of the East' (Montbretia 'Star of the East') will reach a height of 0.7m and a spread of 0.1m after 2-5 years.


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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Architectural, Banks and Slopes, City

Cultivation: Plant in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Lift and divide congested clumps in spring. Mulch to protect from frosts.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Tender in frost (H3) Match unknown

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