Gladiolus ‘Shaka Zulu’
Gladiolus 'Shaka Zulu' displays dark maroon petals with white streaks and sprays.
Gladiolus ‘Shaka Zulu’ is named after the great Zulu king with regal deep maroon-purple petals and snow-white streaks emerging from the throat. 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
Family: Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Zone Hardiness: 8-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Late Summer
Soil Moisture: Average
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
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Native Habitat: Light, well-drained soil
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