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Gladiolus 'Melodie'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus x gandavensis 'Melodie'
  • Melodie Gladiolus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 30"-40"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Melodie' plant details

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

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 30 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Melodie'

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 featured in both Garden Gate and The Old-House Journal! Small-flowered and richly patterned, this little gem is very much like the rococo glads of the late 1800s. Rosy-peach with a blaze of scarlet and gold _ one stem in a bud vase is all you'll need.

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Melodie' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Melodie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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