Crocosmia ‘Babylon’ is a bold, upright perennial producing arching stems of large, fiery orange red flowers in mid to late summer. Its strong vertical presence and vivid color make it a standout in sunny borders and pollinator gardens.

Height & Spread: 30 – 36 in x 18 – 24 in

Bloom Time: Mid to late summer

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Preference: Well drained soils

Watering Needs: Moderate

Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant

Native Status

Hybrid derived from South African species; not native to North America.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Hummingbirds

• Bright tubular flowers attract Ruby Throated Hummingbirds.

Bees

• Flowers attract pollinators throughout the bloom period.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

• Space 18 – 24 in apart for clumping growth.

Landscape Placement

• Ideal for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and mass plantings.

Companion Plants

• Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) – Complements bloom timing.
• Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’ – Adds contrasting yellow tones.
• Panicum virgatum (Switchgrass) – Provides vertical structure.
• Salvia nemorosa ‘Caradonna’ – Adds deep purple contrast.