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    Gladiolus 'Bluebird'

    Also Known As

    • Bluebird Gladiolus

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 24"-36"
    • W: 6"-18"

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Gladiolus 'Bluebird' plant details

    Gladiolus 'Bluebird' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer blue 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 'Bluebird'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Bluebird'

    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

    As small as 'Atom' and surprisingly close to blue, this cheery little glad always reminds us of a nest full of hungry baby birds. Winner of the gladiolus world's highest honor, the All-America award, it blooms with vigor all across the country. Small-flowered.

    By: Old House Gardens

    Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Bluebird' plant

    How to Grow Gladiolus 'Bluebird'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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