A cormous perennial with upright sword-shaped leaves and arching stems of hooded bell-shaped flowers, varying from bright yellow to yellowish green, suffused purple. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Frost hardy.
Gladiolus papilio
A cormous perennial with upright sword-shaped leaves and arching stems of hooded bell-shaped flowers, varying from bright yellow to yellowish green, suffused purple.
Additional information
| Generic | Gladiolus |
|---|---|
| Species | papilio |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow, green, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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