Gladiolus 'Shocking'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-28"
W: 4"-18"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Shocking' plant details

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

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 28 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Shocking'

USDA Zones: 7a - 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

Dwarf Glad grows 24-28” with bright mid summer blossoms of light rose petal pink with a contrasting red apricot throat! Well drained soils, full sun, summer water. Awesome cut flowers.

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How to Grow Gladiolus 'Shocking'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant