Gladiolus communis ssp. byzantinus (Byzantine gladiolus)

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Botanical Name: Gladiolus communis ssp. byzantinus

Common Name: Byzantine gladiolus Genus: Gladiolus

These vigorous perennials have linear leaves to 24 inches long. Spikes of up to 20 funnel-shaped, marked, deep magenta flowers appear in spring.
Noteworthy characteristics: Spreads from cormlets. Native of Spain, northwest Africa, and Sicily.
Care: Thrives in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. May need staking. Hardy where soil does not freeze in winter. Protecting plants with a thick, loose mulch or siting them near a wall might extend hardiness up to Zone 6.
Propagation: From cormlets when dormant.
Problems: Prone to gladiolus corm rot (Fusarium), gray mold (Botrytis), viruses, aster yellows, spider mites, thrips, and aphids.

Overview
User Reviews

Height	1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Characteristics	Showy Flowers
Bloom Time	Summer
Flower Color	Pink Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses	, Beds and Borders, Cut Flower
Style	, Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest	, Spring Interest
Type	,Perennials

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