Terra Nova
Crocosmia NOVA® 'Gold Dragon' (36 cell half tray)
A majestic and powerful presence that breathes glowing hot color into any garden. This large and impressive Crocosmia creates a dramatic statement. Full and upright habit puts on a huge show of gilded golden blooms. Each flower stalk is an arching spray full of long lasting, bright shining star-like blooms. Long-lived, forms multiple crowns quickly. Great for mixed beds, sunny banks, borders.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 7-9
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 40″ / 40″ / 40″
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Time(s): June, July, August
Growing Guides
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| Common Name | Crocosmia, Montbretia, Coppertips |
| Genus | Crocosmia |
| Species | hybrid |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Format | Perennial Plugs |
| Plug Care | Harden off and plant out or bump up into larger pots soon after receiving plugs. When planting out be sure you to not bury the crowns. Plant the plugs so that the top of the growing medium is level with the soil. |
| Netting / Staking | Not necessary, one layer of netting might keep tall stems from flopping in windy areas. |
| Temperature Range | Hardiness Zones 7-9 (may be hardy in zones 5-6) |
| Spacing | 30" - will grow into large clumps after a couple seasons. |
| Soil Preference | Average, well drained soil. Keep evenly moist - drought conditions can cause edge burn and early dormancy. Amend with some compost or pelleted fertilizer prior to planting. |
| Day Length | Long-day plants. Plant in full sun. |
| Pinching | Do not pinch. |
| When to Plant | Plant in the spring after the threat of frost has passed. Can be planted into the summer months - don't plant too close to winter as they need some time to establish before the onset of winter weather. |
| Harvesting | Cut when the first 3-4 flowers on the inflorescence have opened and the additional buds will open in the vase, extending the vase life. |
| Post Harvest Care | Cut stems should immediately be placed into cool water. Expect a vase life of about a week - the use of a floral preservative will help maximize vase life. |
| Diseases / Insects | No major diseases to note - watch for rust which may be possible on the foliage. Can be affected by thrips or spider mites. |
| Bailey's Notes | NOVA Gold Dragon is an exciting new cultivar developed by Terra Nova. This large and impressive crocosmia creates a dramatic statement. It's full and upright habit provides a ton of cutting material - each flower is like a shining gold star. NOVA Gold Dragon is long lived, and forms multiple crowns quickly. |
| Resources | Growing Crocosmia |
Order Minimums and Tray Sizes
All TERRA NOVA® plugs are grown in a 36 cell half tray. The minimum order is 6 total half trays (an combination of varieties).
Orders for multiple ship weeks must be placed separately.
Patents & Plant Tags
Unauthorized propagation of varieties that are patented is strictly prohibited.
If you are purchasing these plugs with the intent to resell them, you must also purchase tags. Upon adding items to your cart, you will be prompted to add tags for each plant in the order, at the cost of $0.13 per tag. This is applied to your entire order.