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    Gladiolus alatus

    Plant type

    bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 6"-10"
    • W: 6"-9"

    planting zones

    • 9a-10b

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    Gladiolus alatus plant details

    Gladiolus alatus is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus alatus

    Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus alatus

    USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This South African bulb is a little piece of gardening nirvana. The 6-8” flower spikes hold large orange and green marked flowers. Very similar to Gladiolus equitans but has more slender foliage. The flowers are fragrant. Spring blooming. Grows in sandy soil so would probably be best grown in a pot with some extra sand added to the soil. Should be allowed to go dry in summer during dormant period. OK, let’s do our South African bulb mantra – good drainage, no summer water, good drainage, no summer water - ahhhh... nirvana!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Gladiolus alatus plant

    How to Grow Gladiolus alatus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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