Gladiolus Purple Flora is an African old-fashioned flower grown for borders and cut flowers. Blossoms alternate up tall stems and give upright structure behind lower plantings.
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. Plant at one to two week intervals to extend bloom. Deep planting or growing with sturdy dahlias helps keep stems upright.
Features
Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Deer and rabbit tolerant
Soil: Well drained
Light: Full sun
Category: Gladiolus
Bulb size: 14/+ cm top sized corms
Hardiness: Zones 8-10, Zone 7b with deep planting and mulch
Mature height: 18-36 in. standard, 12-24 in. smaller types
