Gladiolus nanus 'Nymph'
Gladiolus nanus is a smaller, hardy gladiola. 'Nymph' has white florets with pretty, hot pink markings.
Description:
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.
Common Name: Sword Lily - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Magenta
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native:
Native Habitat: Light, well-drained soil.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Southern Africa and Madagascar
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