{"product_id":"crocosmia-lucifer-1-5-litre-pot","title":"Crocosmia Lucifer 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"193\"\u003eCrocosmia 'Lucifer' – Fiery Red Drama for Bold Summer Borders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eCrocosmia 'Lucifer' is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"253\"\u003estriking herbaceous perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"317\"\u003earching spires of vibrant, flame-red flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e and upright sword-like foliage. One of the most dramatic Crocosmia cultivars, ‘Lucifer’ brings an exotic flair to garden borders with its bold colour and strong architectural form. 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The display is both \u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"997\"\u003efiery and graceful\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a bold focal point. Beloved by bees and hummingbirds (where present), these blooms provide drama and movement to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eAutumn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eAfter flowering, the seed heads add structural interest, and the foliage begins to yellow, adding warm tones to the autumn landscape. Flower spikes can be left for winter silhouette or cut for a tidier look.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eFoliage dies back completely after the first frost. 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