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Gladiolus 'Caribbean'

Also Known As

  • Caribbean Gladiolus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Caribbean' plant details

Gladiolus 'Caribbean' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with. In summer lavender 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 'Caribbean'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Caribbean'

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

If you look with your imagination, it's easy to see the blue skies and sandy beaches of the Caribbean in this well-named little glad. It's not really blue, of course, but a lovely soft lavender highlighted with thumbprints of purple. Very limited supply, small-flowered,

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Caribbean' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Caribbean'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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