Details
- Supplied As
- Bulbs
- Bulb Size
- 6/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 60 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Award of Garden Merit
- Colour
- Purples & Mauves
- Flowering Time
- June
- Planting Time
- September
- October
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
Hardy Gladiolus Communis Byzantinus
M5482
Description
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.
Care Guide
For early flowering, hardy Gladiolus, choose a warm and sunny, well-drained location. Plant corms with the pointy side up, 8-10 cm deep and 15 cm apart in the soil. Provide consistent watering after planting and during dry spells, ensuring soil remains moderately moist.
Plant corms at intervals, every two weeks from spring until early summer for a staggered display. After flowering, remove spent and withered stalks and foliage and apply a mulch to the soil in late autumn.
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Eye of the Tiger
M5575
Unleash the wild elegance of Dutch Iris Eye of the Tiger, featuring striking purple standards paired with bronze falls and a vibrant yellow blotch. This dramatic bloom evokes a sense of mystery and allure, perfect for gardeners seeking to make a bold statement.
Its unique coloration and exotic appeal make it an ideal centrepiece for any garden design. Iris Eye of the Tiger mesmerises with fierce beauty and captivating charm.
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Obvallaris
N0585
Species Narcissi 'Obvallaris', known as the Tenby Daffodil, boasts medium-sized blossoms of perfect symmetry, with a radiant yellow perianth and trumpet. Blooming very early, heralding the arrival of spring.
Flourishing in partial shade, this robust variety excels at naturalising, effortlessly spreading its sunny charm throughout your garden. Narcissus Obvallaris promises a delightful burst of colour year after year.
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Pink & White Mixture
N0780
Fluttering ivory-white petals with coral-pink and apricot cups make our ‘Pink & White Daffodil & Narcissi Mixture’ a stylish and sophisticated narcissi assortment to stud your spring borders with.
Featuring a pretty and carefully chosen selection of bloom shapes and sizes, this beautiful collection of bulbs can be used to fill spring pots or nestle into beds between herbaceous plants and shrubs, reappearing year after year to grace your garden with exquisite beauty.
