A spectacular flowering bulb producing loose spikes of funnel shaped white flowers with a purple throat. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Protect from frost.
Gladiolus callianthus
A spectacular flowering bulb producing loose spikes of funnel shaped white flowers with a purple throat
Additional information
| Generic | Gladiolus |
|---|---|
| Species | callianthus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Protect from frost |
| Planting | |
| Care | Dead head after flowering, Keep dry when dormant, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Lift and store frost free |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Botrytis, Red spider mite, Aphids, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Pot on every 3 to 5 years |
| Propagation | Division |
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