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Gladiolus watermeyeri

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Gladiolus watermeyeri plant details

Gladiolus watermeyeri is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter red, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. 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 watermeyeri

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: red, white and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus watermeyeri

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wowie! These glads are amazing. The upper petals are white with red veining, while the lower ones are yellow. Pretty fancy! And fragrant too. Some say they smell of violets, to me they have the sweet smell of Dr. Pepper! Whatever it reminds you of, you are sure to love it. It is one of the most hauntingly wonderful flower scents I have ever smelled. This Gladiolus has even been investigated for possible use in the perfume industry. I'd certainly buy that perfume! Native to South Africa & found growing in sandy soil so it definitely needs a well-drained position. Growing about 12” tall, this glad is excellent for pot culture. Planted in well draining soil, it can survive on just winter rainfall here on the West Coast. In fact, it needs a dormant period in Summer where it receives no water. At this point the pot can be put out of sight in a corner of the garden & brought out again with the fall rains when they will begin to re-sprout.

Gardening facts about Gladiolus watermeyeri plant

How to Grow Gladiolus watermeyeri

  • 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

  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
    • yellow
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green

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