Gladiolus geardii
Also Known As
- Gladiolus robustus 'Goldblatt'
Plant type
bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Gladiolus geardii plant details
Gladiolus geardii is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy, lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus geardii
- Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: burgundy, lavender and pink blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus geardii
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Gardening facts about Gladiolus geardii plant
How to Grow Gladiolus geardii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
- burgundy
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
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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