Position: full sun or partial shade

Soil: moderately-fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil

Rate of growth: average to fast-growing
Flowering period: July and August
Hardiness: frost hardy (needs winter protection in cold areas)

This bulbous perennial has sword-like, green leaves and arching spikes of rich amber-yellow, freesia-like flowers in July and August. These cheerful montbretia are p
colours. For maximum impact plant in bold drifts in a sunny, sheltered site with moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil.

Garden care: Resist removing the faded foliage in autumn and cover the crown of the plant with bracken or bark chips to protect the plant against frost damage. Lift a
planting the divided sections 8-10cm (3-4in) deep.