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Gladiolus 'Mirella'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus primulinus 'Mirella'
  • Mirella Gladiola

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Mirella' plant details

Gladiolus 'Mirella' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer coral flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus 'Mirella'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: coral blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Mirella'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Unusual dwarf Glad, 12-24” with midsummer bloom of coral hues. Perfect cutting flower. Full sun, well drained soils, summer water. We really like the ‘no stake em’ shorter varieties of these South African beauties!

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Mirella' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Mirella'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • coral
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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