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Gladiolus carneus


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Gladiolus carneus is a South African native with large flowers in shades from white through pink with dark pink markings.


Description:
Gladiolus carneus 'is a South African native species growing to almost 2 feet tall with large flowers in shades from white through pink with dark pink markings in the throat. Taking little space to grow, hardy glads 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. Grow in a pot in cold regions and protect in winter.


Common Name: Hardy Painted Lady - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]

Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)

Zone Hardiness: 8-10

Light: Full Sun

Height: 12-24"

Width: 4-8"

Primary Bloom Colour: Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream

Class: Deciduous

Type: Perennial

Bloom Time: Summer

Soil Moisture: Average, Dry

Stem Colour:

Fragrance: No

Berries: No

Benefits:

Deer Resistant: Unknown

BC Native: No

Native Habitat: Grows in a variety of habitats in the winter rainfall area of South Africa.

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Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Southern Africa and Madagascar

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