Description

Crocosmia ‘George Davison’ (montbretia) is valued for its warm golden-yellow flowers carried on upright, leafy stems in late summer. Growing from corms, it forms clumps of sword-shaped foliage and returns year after year when planted in suitable conditions. It’s excellent for borders and looks best when planted in groups to create a flowing “drift” of colour. The stems also work well as cut flowers for vases. For best flowering, choose a sunny position with well-drained soil and keep watered during prolonged dry spells. In colder or exposed gardens, a simple autumn mulch can help protect the corms. As with all living plants, height and flowering can vary with soil, weather and light.

Also known as (common/other names): Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora ‘George Davison’, Montbretia ‘George Davison’, Crocosmia ‘Rowden Chrome’, Coppertips / Falling Stars

Key Benefits:

• Golden-yellow blooms for late-summer colour
• Perennial corms – returns each year
• Great for planting in swathes or groups
• Good cut flower stems
• Architectural, strappy foliage
• Easy to grow in well-drained soil
• Suitable for full sun (best flowering)
• Clump-forming and divisible to control size
• Ideal for warm-toned borders and mixed planting

Product Details:

• Variety: Crocosmia ‘George Davison’
• Pack size: 10 corms
• Flower colour: golden yellow
• Typical mature height: around 60cm (can vary by conditions)
• Flowering time: late summer (often Jul–Sep)
• Corm size: 6/8Pollinator friendly: Yes – this variety is known for attracting bees and has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

  Best companions (plant together):

  • Alliums (early structure + contrast)
  • Gladiolus (summer spikes; similar sun requirements)
  • Dahlias (late summer overlap)
  • Lilies (vertical accents and fragrance)
  • Rudbeckia / Echinacea (yellow/orange tones that blend beautifully)

  More Reasons to Choose Crocosmia:

  • Extends colour into late summer when many plants fade
  • Looks professional when mass planted in drifts
  • Easy to manage by dividing clumps in spring
  • Works in borders or large containers
  • Good seasonal value from a perennial planting
  • Pairs well with grasses for movement and texture
  • Great for cut-flower gardens
  • Creates a strong focal band of warm colour

  Growing Information:

  • Flowering time: summer / late summer
  • Height: typically around 60cm (can vary)
  • Position: full sun to partial shade (sun = best flowering)
  • Soil: moist but well-drained; avoid waterlogged ground

  Planting Guide (simple steps):

  1. Plant in spring (typically from March onwards).
  2. Choose a sunny, well-drained spot; add compost if soil is poor.
  3. Plant corms approx. 7–10cm deep and 10–15cm apart.
  4. Water in; keep lightly moist while establishing.
  5. Mulch in autumn in cold/exposed gardens.
  6. Leave foliage to die back naturally; divide clumps in spring if crowded.

  Good to know:

  • Crocosmia are cormous perennials in the iris family.
  • Blooms open up the stem in sequence, extending the display.
  • Clumps can be divided every few years to improve flowering.

  Buyer “Trust Checklist” (FAQ):

  • Do these attract wildlife? This variety is known for attracting bees.
  • Can I grow in pots? Yes – use a deep pot with drainage holes.
  • Will they flower the first year? Often yes, but the display can improve as clumps establish.
  • How do I stop them spreading? Divide clumps in spring and remove unwanted offsets.

  What You Will Receive:

  • Crocosmia ‘George Davison’ – pack of 10 corms size 6/8
  • Eco-friendly recyclable packaging
  • Planting and care instructions included

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