Gladiolus Blue Tropic (Gladiolus × hortulanus) — Tall flower spikes, excellent for cutting. Plant in batches every 2 weeks for continuous flowering. Blue flowers. Prefers sun, well-drained soil and protection from frost.
Botanical name: Gladiolus × hortulanus
Planting: after the last frost, 10–12 cm deep
Spacing: 10–15 cm
Flowering: July–September
Height: 80–120 cm
Flower diameter: 8–15 cm
Colour: blue
Use: cut flowers, borders, flower beds
Position: Sun
Winter care: not hardy — lift in autumn after the first frost and store dry at 5–8 °C
Pack: 7 per pack, size 12–14
| Life cycle | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Frost hardiness | Not frost-hardy |
