Species Mixture gladiolus brings old-fashioned, Africa-origin types back to the late border. Stems reach 18-36 inches in standard types and 12-24 inches in smaller types, with blossoms alternating up the stalk in a myriad of colors.
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Set corms deeply and stake if needed, or grow with sturdy plants for support. Stagger planting at one-week intervals to stretch bloom season.
Features
Hardier species group
Good centerpiece for container gardens
Linear structure for back of border
Cut-flower use
Soil: Well drained
Light: Full sun
Bulb size: 14+ cm, top sized unless noted
Plant type: Corm
Hardiness zone: 8-10, to 7b with deep planting and mulch
