George Davidson Crocosmia

Crocosmia × crocosmiiflora ‘George Davidson’ is an upright, deciduous perennial grown for clear yellow flowers above narrow, grass-like leaves. Published dimensions differ: the Ball Seed profile gives a smaller plant than the mature measurements listed by the Chicago Botanic Garden. ## Garden profile The [Chicago Botanic Garden](https://www.chicagobotanic.org/plant-information/plant-finder/crocosmia-x-crocosmiiflora-george-davidson-george-davidson) lists the cultivar at about 24 inches tall and 18 inches wide, with yellow flowers in midsummer and a USDA hardiness range of 5–8. [Ball Seed](https://info.ballseed.com/PlantInfo/?phid=020100001006434) reports 15–16 inches tall and 10–14 inches wide, with flowering from late spring into summer and hardiness 4a–9b. Both identify yellow flowers and an upright habit; Ball also describes heat tolerance and low maintenance. ## Siting Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. The bright flowers suit borders and may attract birds and butterflies, as noted by the Chicago Botanic Garden. The two published size descriptions are expressed as ranges rather than reduced to one unsupported midpoint. ## Maintenance Remove spent stems and old foliage when they detract from the planting. Divide crowded clumps as needed to maintain vigor, and water during establishment or prolonged dry weather.