Gladiolus gracilis

Also Known As

Blue Pipe

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

7a-10b

Gladiolus gracilis plant details

Gladiolus gracilis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus gracilis

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: early-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus gracilis

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A very graceful South African cape species bearing scented, pale blue flowers speckled with many purple dots on the lower petals. The narrow leaves are often rolled inward, giving a cylindrical appearance. It’s an early bloomer and among the easiest species Gladiolus to maintain. We grow ours in good potting soil with some sand mixed in. They must have a rest period after flowering, which means NO SUMMER WATERING.