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    Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight'

    Also Known As

    • Gladiola species

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 18"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 7b-9b

    Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight' plant details

    Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. 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 tristis 'Moonlight'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN tall
    Flowers: green blooms in spring
    Uses: evening garden, fragrant, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight'

    USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight' plant

    How to Grow Gladiolus tristis 'Moonlight'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - low

    • 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

      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Zones

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