Wayside Gardens Gladiolus Passos Bulbs
Best choice for gardeners wanting elegant, low-maintenance cut flowers.
These towering, lavender-striped spikes bring a professional florist’s aesthetic directly to your backyard with minimal effort. While they require a bit of planning for their height, the sequential blooming ensures a dramatic, long-lasting display that keeps the hummingbirds coming back all season.
$22.95
Who it's for
- Landscapers needing reliable vertical color during mid-summer lulls
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic floral color
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, professional-grade cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners avoiding seasonal bulb lifting and indoor storage
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting plants that stand without support
- Organic gardeners preferring to avoid consistent pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking purple-striped petals create a high-end, florist-quality aesthetic.
Ease of Maintenance
Low-maintenance growth cycle makes these ideal for beginner gardeners.
Cut Flower Utility
Sequential blooming ensures a long-lasting supply for indoor floral arrangements.
Pollinator Appeal
Tall, vibrant spikes act as a natural magnet for local hummingbirds.
Growth Versatility
Adapts well to garden beds, borders, or decorative patio containers.
Hardiness Range
Thrives reliably in zones 7 through 10 with minimal intervention.
Key Specs
SKU
44378-PK-12
Genus
Gladiolus
Species
x hortulanus
Mature Height
58 inches
Mature Width
6 inches
Hardiness Zones
7 - 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Bulb Quantity
12
Planting Depth
4 inches
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