Velvet Eyes gladiolus
Gladiolus 'Velvet Eyes'
Getuigschrift Proeftuin 1994
USDA zones7 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Velvet Eyes' gladiolus (Gladiolus 'Velvet Eyes') 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 blooms are fragrant and attract bees. Flowers open in early to late summer, and a second show can come in early to late autumn. Konijnenburg & Mark B.V. bred it.
Pairs well with Tuberose, Fountain grass, and Bells of Ireland.