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Gladiolus Flower Bulbs - Indian Summer

Warm tones of copper and purple adorn five-inch wide blooms

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Gladiolus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Bulb

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Late Summer

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 48 to 60 inches

COLOR

  • Red

Indian Summer Gladiolus showcases smooth, rich blooms in smoky shades of brown to purple, with a coppery shimmer in sunlight. Subtle hints of lilac accentuate its light cream throat, adding to its allure. These nearly five-inch flowers, which bloom along one side of sturdy four-foot stems, are a magnet for butterflies and other pollinators. Perfect for the back of a border or as a striking addition to floral arrangements, Indian Summer Gladiolus brings elegance and charm wherever it’s placed.

  • • Colors capture the soft glow of a late summer evening
  • • Plant at one-week intervals to extend bloom season
  • • Prefers full sun, in well-draining soil

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 4 to 6 inches Deep

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 5 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

Planting Guide

View our Gladiolus Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Gladiolus Flower Bulbs - Indian Summer FAQs

    What size bulbs will I receive with Indian Summer Gladiolus Flower?

    The bulbs for Indian Summer Gladiolus Flower measure 10 to 12 cm in circumference.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.

    Very easy to grow with big, bold payoff. A lot of color and height added to the flower bed. Make sure to stake them when they’re tall enough to start leaning

    Elise 5/5

    Gladiolus Flower Bulbs - Indian Summer

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