Gladiolus 'Prins Claus'

Also Known As

Gladiolus nanus 'Prins Claus'
Prins Claus Gladiola

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 15"-18"
W: 6"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Gladiolus 'Prins Claus' plant details

Gladiolus 'Prins Claus' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gladiolus 'Prins Claus'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gladiolus 'Prins Claus'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Gladiolus nanus is a smaller, hardy (to zone 5!) gladiola native to Africa. 'Prins Claus' has orchid-like, pure white flowers with bold magenta and pink spots on the three lower petals. They have the benefit of a long bloom period, taking little space to grow such that they combine well with other plants, and make excellent cut flowers. Bulbs require good drainage. Leave the foliage to nourish the bulb after cutting back the flower stalk and mulch in winter.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Like a sibling of hardy glad Nymph, Prins Claus sports similar fan shaped lower petals with bright pink accents. In addition, the watercolor splotches are edged in orange, adding a snappy contrast that works beautifully with golds, oranges and apricots. This slender, winter hardy plant seems to pop out of nowhere and there is suddenly is - adding an unexpected splash to the border. Love it.