Bibi gladiolus
Gladiolus tubergenii 'Bibi'
USDA zones8 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Size3 feet tall4 to 8 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Blue-pink
Notes
'Bibi' gladiolus (Gladiolus tubergenii 'Bibi') is a bulb for cut flowers, borders, and mixed plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun. Light pink flowers are speckled with hot pink and have a fuchsia throat. They open from early to late summer. Plant the bulbs in well-drained soil and leave the foliage in place after bloom to feed the bulb.
Pairs well with Tuberose, Artichoke, Lemongrass, and Totally Tangerine dahlia.