gladiolus
Gladiolus gandavensis
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size1 to 3 feet tall9 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Red to reddish-yellow
Notes
Gladiolus (Gladiolus gandavensis) is a bulb for borders, cutting gardens, 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 moisture. It blooms in red to reddish-yellow from mid to late summer. Plants grow 12 to 36 inches tall and 9 to 18 inches wide.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Peony, and Lemon Queen sunflower.
Native range
Garden origin.