Gladiolus brevifolius var. brevifolius
Gladiolus brevifolius var. brevifolius
20 (50)cm, makes rose to lilac flowers on upright stems. Native of sandy to rocky soils from Clanwilliam to Riviersonderend and Bredsdorp. For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Requires a good winter protection (i.e. dry mulch layer). Best grown in pots under frostfree conditions in a cool greenhouse or wintergarden with reduced watering and a winter minimum of some 5°C. VII-VIII.More Details »