Gladiolus murielae

Abyssinian gladiolus (syn acidanthera or callianthus) bulbs

size: 40 bulbs

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• Position: full sun
• Soil: moist, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: Augsut to October
• Hardiness: frost tender
  
  
• Bulb Size: 6-8cm
  
  Delightlful spikes of nodding, funnel-shaped, highly fragrant white flowers, with a prominent burgundy blotch at the base of each petal, seem to dance on the breeze at the ends of their slender stems from late summer. It is a delightfully elegant plant that is ideal for adding movement to a sunny border. Plant it in clumps throughout the beds, or pot them up and keep them on the patio next to a seating area or often-used pathway, where you will be sure to make the most of the heady scent.
  
  
• Garden care: Plant corms 10-16cm (4-6in) deep in spring, on a bed of sharp sand to aid drainage. In frost-prone areas, lift them when the leaves turn yellow-brown, dip the corms in fungicide and store in a dry, frost-free place over winter.
  
  
  • Eventual Height: 1m
  • Eventual Spread: 0.4m
  Gladiolus murielae - Abyssinian gladiolus (syn acidanthera or callianthus) bulbs Intensely fragrant late summer flower