First Rate gladiolus

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'First Rate' gladiolus (Gladiolus 'First Rate') is a bulb for borders and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, loamy soil. The fragrant blooms attract bees and open in early to late summer, with a second show in early to late autumn. J. en P. Snoek en Zn. B.V. bred it.

Pairs well with Cardinal flower, Blue flag, and Fountain grass.