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Crocosmia

Basic Crocosmia Flower Information


Common Names
Crocosmia, monbretia, coppertips or falling stars,

Scientific Name
Genus species Crocosmia crocosmiiflora
Family Iridaceae

History
Crocosmia is native to the grasslands of Cape Floristic Region, South Africa.

Crocosmia Flower Meaning
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Astrological Flowers
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Birth Month Flower
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Floral Design Qualities For Crocosmia


Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Line / Filler

Fragrance: N/A

Line: Curved

Silhouette: Open/Branched

Blossom Texture: Irregular

Stem Size: 18″ – 30”

Blossom Size: <½” – 1″

Vase Life: 7-14 Days

Crocosmia Design Uses
A beautiful flower for all types of floral design.

Crocosmia Flower Colors
Reds, Oranges, Yellows

Blooming Seasons
Summer

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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