Gladiolus nanus ‘White Eyed Miss’
Gladiolus nanus 'White Eyed Miss' has orchid-like, soft rose pink petals with striking white eyes edged in red.
Gladiolus nanus is a smaller, hardy gladiola native to Africa. ‘White Eyed Miss’ has orchid-like soft rose pink petals with striking white eyes edged in red on stems 28 inches high. Glads require little space to grow, combine well with other plants, and make excellent cut flowers. Bulbs require good drainage. Leave foliage to nourish bulb after flowering. Mulch in winter. Lift before freezing.
Common Name: Sword Lily - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Bloom Time: Summer
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Butterflies, Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Light, well-drained soil.
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Geographical Origin: Southern Africa and Madagascar, Garden Origin
