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Gladiolus communis
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-39"
- W: 8"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Gladiolus communis plant details
Gladiolus communis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus communis
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 39 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus communis
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Gladiolus communis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 60"
Width: 6"
- sun - mostly sun
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 36"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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