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Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus flevos 'Bambino'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 21"-24"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino' plant details

Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 21 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This super compact, sun loving Glad tops out at 21-24" tall! Flowers in spikes June > Aug are a beautiful bi-colored pale yellow & soft pink! Most soils, average garden conditions – great in pots too – excellent cut flower!

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Flevo Bambino'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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