Gladiolus x colvillei 'Galaxian'
Gladiolus 'Galaxian' is a dramatic hardy gladiola with dark pinky red and white flowers that look like bicolour butterflies.
Description:
Gladiolus x colvillei 'Galaxian' is a dramatic hardy gladiola with dark pinky red and white flowers that look like bicolour butterflies. Glads require little space to grow, combine well with other plants, and make excellent cut flowers. Bulbs require good drainage. Leave foliage to nourish bulb after flowering. Mulch in winter. Lift before freezing.
Common Name: Sword Lily - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Pink
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Butterflies, Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Light, well-drained soil.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Miscellaneous - Garden Origin
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