Charm gladiolus

Gladiolus 'Charm'

BulbIridaceae

Charm gladiolus
FragrantEdible
USDA zones5 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerCut flowerLow maintenance

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBees

Notes

'Charm' gladiolus (Gladiolus 'Charm') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and has fragrant blooms. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Nymph gladiolus, Montbretia, and Agapanthus.