This
beautiful hybrid flower is botanically known as Crocosmia x
crocosmiiflora which is a cross between Crocosmia aurea and
Crocosmia pottsii. Montbretia was originally native to the grasslands of
Southern Africa and is a member of the Iris family. Montbretia
is a tall flower with long blade like leaves. The flowers buds
look similar to Freesia buds and open from the bottom working to
the top of the spike. Bunches are usually long measuring 24"
to 36" or more.
Montbretia has a vase life of 7 to
14 days depending on bud stage and environmental conditions.
Montbretia is ethylene sensitive.
Please consult with your sales
representative for this weeks availability.
Stevens and Son only sells to
professional florists with a state tax ID number. We do not sell to retail
consumers.