FREE: Crocosmia Seeds x 15 (Red or Lucifer)

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Thank you for looking at my listing. I am offering 15 + of my crocosmia seeds. I have both red color mixed in with the lucifer in my yard. I don't know which color you will get, but you will receive 15 seeds of all the same color. I love mine. They spread very fast.

Crocosmia are members of the Iris family and are easy to grow from flower seeds. Crocosmia plants grow two feet tall in a season. Tube shaped flower colors include red, yellow, orange-yellow, and orange with splotches. Crocosmia flowers bloom from July through October.
Crocosmias grow well in the flower garden and in containers on patios or decks. You should experience few problems with your Crocosmia. Use insecticide or fungicide, only if a problem occurs.

Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5 - 9
Height: 24 inches
Bloom Season: July - October
Bloom Color: Orange
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Evenly moist, humus rich, fertile soil, pH 5.5 - 7.5

Sow seeds indoors in February.

Step 1
Fill seed tray with seed starting mix to within 1/4" of the rim. Water soil until water drips from the bottom of tray. Allow soil to drain completely.

Step 2
Push seeds 1/4" into the soil and barely cover. Crocosmia seeds require light to germinate.

Step 3
Place seed tray in an area that receives lots of light, but out of direct sunlight, and remains 68 to 70 degrees F. Keep soil moist, not soggy, by misting with a plant-misting bottle. Seeds should germinate in two to four weeks.

Step 4
Transplant seedlings outdoors, in a sunny area, in late spring when temperatures are consistently above 65 degrees F.


Direct outdoor planting directions

Temperature: 68F
Average Germ Time: 28 - 56 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Cover seeds lightly
Sowing Rate: 4-5 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 16"

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