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Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus x gandavensis 'Apricot Lustre'
  • Gladiolus x hortulanus 'Apricot Lustre'
  • Apricot Lustre Gladiolus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre' plant details

Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer bronze and orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze and orange blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Soft and luminous, this enchanting, full-sized glad has won bushels of blue ribbons. It's a delicious blend of apricot, coral, honey, buff, and gold, delicately ruffled, and we never seem to have enough.

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Apricot Lustre'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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