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Gladiolus Communis Byzantinus
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This uncommon form of G. communis has larger and much deeper red-purple flowers than the normal pink form, all with a prominently flared and extended bottom lip. Flowers are borne in erect spikes from late spring and into early summer.
- Common name
- Whistling Jacks
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Packet content
- 20 seeds
- Height
- 45 cm - 90 cm
- Light level
- Full Sun
- Growth habit
- Bulb corm or rhizome
- Hardiness rating
- H4
- Pollinator-friendly
- Yes
- Moisture
- Very well drained
- Region of origin
- Europe
- Colour
- Purple
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