Hardy Gladiolus
Hardy Gladiolus
Discover the charm of Hardy Gladiolus, a collection of hardy varieties that flower in mid summer. Similar in form to the large flowering type, but hardy and blending beautifully into garden borders and containers.
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Atom
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With dazzling, showy blooms of electric orange-red, Gladiolus ‘Atom’ is an exhilarating addition to your summer display. Each petal smoulders with intense colour, defined and highlighted by a silvery white outline.
These jaw-dropping flowers are borne on impressive spikes, flanked by sword-like foliage. The structural spires of Gladiolus ‘Atom’ will bring a bold vertical accent to your herbaceous borders.
A few of these stems placed in a tall vase makes for a long-lasting, invigorating floral arrangement. Cut once the bottom flower has opened, and the remaining buds will unfurl sequentially indoors. Little wonder that Gladioli are a florist’s favourite!
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Charming Lady
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Hardy Gladiolus ‘Charming Lady’ produces elegant slender spikes of pale lilac-pink flowers from midsummer onwards, bringing soft colour and graceful structure to sunny borders. More compact than traditional gladioli, the refined blooms of Gladiolus ‘Charming Lady’ are perfect for filling mid-height planting gaps while still delivering excellent presence and movement in the garden.
Ideal for cutting as well as outdoor displays, this hardy variety thrives in full sun with free-draining soil and performs beautifully among perennials and ornamental grasses. In more exposed positions, light staking will help support the flower stems through summer winds.
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Covillii Albus
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Hardy Gladiolus Albus produces elegant pure white flowers delicately marked with soft green-yellow veining, creating a fresh and refined summer display. Also referred to as 'The Bride, graceful blooms of Gladiolus ‘Albus’ rise on slender stems above narrow foliage, bringing lightness and understated beauty to sunny borders, cottage gardens, and cutting beds.
Hardy and easy to grow, this charming variety performs best in full sun with well-drained soil, where its crisp colouring pairs beautifully with pastel perennials and ornamental grasses throughout the season.
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Communis Byzantinus
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The Hardy Gladiolus Communis byzantinus boasts an explosion of brilliant deep purple-red flowers, their intense hues vividly standing out in any garden. Each blossom, often shaded with a reddish-violet tinge, captures the sunlight, radiating warmth and vibrancy.
These striking blooms, rising on tall, sturdy stems, bring a sense of drama and passion to your garden. Hardy Gladiolus Communis byzantinus, drawing the eye and enchanting the soul with bold, unapologetic colour and robust beauty.
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Nanus Nathalie
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The blousy blooms of Gladiolus ‘Nanus Nathalie’ are an adorable shade of pale, cherry blossom pink, with a drop of dark crimson on the lower petals. Gladioli are often called ‘Painted Ladies’, and ‘Nathalie’ seems all made-up with a slick of red lipstick, and a dab of blusher on her cheeks.
‘Nanus’ Gladioli have been carefully bred to be compact, strong, and straight, rarely requiring staking. The convenient height makes them well suited to containers as well as herbaceous borders.
This variety Hardy Gladiolus 'Nanus Nathalie' makes a gorgeous cut flower, with the flowers unfurling gradually in the vase for a long-lasting display.
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Nanus Nymph
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A sweet, early flowering variety of dwarf Gladiolus, ‘Nanus Nymph’ produces compact spikes of charming blooms on stems 50-60cm tall and is one of the most beautiful cultivars available. The flowers are whitish pink, with creamy blotches and china-rose markings on the petals.
Corms should be planted into moist, well-drained soil in early spring. Gladioli prefer a spot in full sun without too much competition from surrounding plants. Fully hardy and perennial.
Excellent for cutting. Pick hardy gladiolus Nanus Nymph when the lower blooms begin to open and as stems mature in the vase, remove faded flowers for a long-lasting display.
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Vulcano
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Hardy Gladiolus Volcano presents a mesmerising display of purple flowers, each adorned with distinctive blue lips. These elegant blossoms, perched on tall, slender stems, create a visually stunning spectacle, exuding a sense of mystery and allure.
Rich, saturated colours add depth and dimension to your garden, making every glance a captivating experience. Gladiolus Vulcano flowers transform any space into a vibrant oasis, their unique charm and elegance a testament to nature's artistic brilliance.
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Nanus Choice Mixture
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A finely balanced assortment of dwarf Gladioli, our ‘Mixture’ is a flurry of pretty pinks, like an orchard laden with spring blossom. From white petals with magenta markings, to pale pastel pinks and bursts of fuchsia, this combination offers a harmonious blend of colour to compliment your planting scheme.
Gladioli bring a welcome dimension of height, breaking up the flowing forms of an herbaceous border with their strong vertical lines. These Gladiolus ‘Nanus Choice’ varieties are compact, sturdy, weather resistant and suitable for container growing.
Gladioli make superior cut flowers, and this collection creates armfuls of ready-made bouquets to display in your home.

