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Gladiolus 'Nymph'

Also Known As

  • Gladiolus nanus 'Nymph'
  • Nymph Gladiola

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 15"-18"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Gladiolus 'Nymph' plant details

Gladiolus 'Nymph' 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 'Nymph'

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 'Nymph'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
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 gladiola native to Africa. 'Nymph' has orchid-like, white flowers with pretty, hot pink markings on the 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.
Each creamy white bloom on Nymph's 2-3 foot stalks forms an almost triangular shape with a fan of lower petals swept with bright pink watercolor markings. This flower looks like something created in art class, not a living thing that springs from soil. With a profile of only 3-4", a trio (or more) of these can be tucked almost anywhere there's a tiny unplanted sun spot.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Gladiolus 'Nymph' plant

How to Grow Gladiolus 'Nymph'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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