Gladiolus communis subsp. byzantinus (Byzantine Gladiolus)
Gladiolus byzantinus, Gladiolus Nanus 'Byzantinus', Byzantine Gladiolus
Native to the Mediterranean area, Gladiolus communis subsp. byzantinus (Byzantine Gladiolus) is a bulbous perennial that features narrow sword-shaped leaves in a fan of 3-5 erect flowering spikes, each bearing up to 15 bold, magenta funnel-shaped flowers, 2" wide (5cm).
- Blooming in late spring to early summer, this eye-catching beauty grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and gradually spreads to form large clumps.
- Puts a terrific show in beds and borders when mixed with other perennials or ornamental grasses. Great for cutting too!
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society (1993), it is resilient to disease.
- Plant in a sheltered location to protect your Gladioli from strong winds.
- Best flowering occurs in full sun in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Light shade is tolerated. This plant will naturalize and multiply with great enthusiasm in favorable growing conditions.
- Provide consistent moisture during the growing season and do not allow the soil to dry out. After flowering, you may reduce watering.
- To be planted in fall. In cold areas, provide a thick, protective winter mulch.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
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Prized for their majestic flower spikes, are popular flower bulbs. Whether used in borders, containers or as cut flowers, Gladiolus (Sword-Lilies) always provide a spectacular effect with their rich and cheerful colors and their breathtaking vertical lines. With very little work needed, they will burst into bloom and add bright notes of summer color to the garden, in your pots or inside your home. However, some basic rules need to be followed to enjoy beautiful and impressive flowers for several months.Read More
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 10 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Gladiolus - Sword Lilies |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spacing | 6" (15cm) |
Depth | 6" (15cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 10 |
Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Gladiolus - Sword Lilies |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spacing | 6" (15cm) |
Depth | 6" (15cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |