Variety traits

Lodging in Crocosmia

Crocosmia Planch.

Lodging in Crocosmia is a qualitative characteristic of flower stalk stability that determines the need for support. The trait is assessed visually and depends on the variety height, weather conditions, and light exposure.

In the reference 3 varieties crop Montbretia, where this is mentioned in the description.

For Crocosmia, the concept of lodging is an important varietal trait that directly affects the plant's ornamental value. Tall varieties, reaching 1.2 meters or more, have an increased susceptibility to lodging, where flower stalks lose their natural form and fall to the ground under the weight of the inflorescences or as a result of wind and rain.

The mechanical strength of the stems also depends on agronomic conditions: insufficient light promotes shoot elongation and reduces their stability. In professional practice, the assessment of this trait is based on visual observations under field conditions; varieties with high resistance to lodging are considered more valuable as they do not require the installation of additional supports, nets, or ties.

General information about the subject — on the page Lodging.

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Varieties of Montbretia mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Pomry

Terminated

Crocosmia Planch. · Montbretia

SHEILA POMEROY

2 records

Giolla Dearg

Terminated

Crocosmia Planch. · Montbretia

SHEILA HARDING POMEROY

1 record

Timotheus

Active

Crocosmia Planch. · Montbretia

Firma J.H. Oostdam

1 record