Gladiolus papilio ‘Ruby
Gladiolus papilio 'Ruby' is a hardy glad with stunning, bright magenta red flowers.
Narrow, linear Iris-like foliage and tall wiry stems hold stunning, cupped, bright magenta red flowers with a darker red throat. The intensity and saturation of colour is marvelous. Gladiolus papilio ‘Ruby’ is quite hardy and spreads by underground rhizomes perfect for the mid to back border or containers.
Common Name: Sword Lily - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Magenta
Bloom Time: Summer
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Marshy ground, up to 2400 metres.
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Geographical Origin: Southern Africa and Madagascar
