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Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars
Crocosmia 'Diablito™'
Montbretia Falling Stars
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A more compact version of Lucifer still boasting vibrant red star-shaped flowers from late summer into fall. Attracts pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds while pests like deer and rabbits tend to leave the thick, sword-like green foliage alone.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Rabbit resistant.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars get?
About 24-30" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars need?
Moderate water use.
Will Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Diablito™ Montbretia Falling Stars wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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