Description
Crocosmia × crocosmiiflora ‘Red King’, commonly known as Montbretia ‘Red King’, is a compact, clump-forming perennial celebrated for its vibrant, bi-colored blooms. Reaching heights of approximately 24 to 28 inches, it features narrow, sword-like green leaves that provide a striking backdrop to its arching stems adorned with funnel-shaped flowers. These blossoms showcase a brilliant red hue with yellow-orange centers, creating a fiery display from mid to late summer. ‘Red King’ thrives in well-drained soils under full sun to partial shade and is particularly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. Its manageable size and vivid coloration make it an excellent choice for borders, containers, and mass plantings, adding a splash of color to various garden settings.