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Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus 'Lilac & Chartreuse'
  • Gladiolus x hortulanus 'Lilac & Chartreuse'
  • Lilac & Chartreuse Gladiolus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse' plant details

Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer green and 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 'Lilac and Chartreuse'

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: green and lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse'

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

From the decade that brought us paisley shirts, black-light posters, and Sergeant Pepper comes this weirdly wonderful glad of ruffled, lavender florets splashed with pale chartreuse. And you don't have to be a hippie to enjoy it!

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Lilac and Chartreuse'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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