Breck's Byzantinus Gladiolus
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Best hardy perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant spring color and reliability.
An elegant, fall-planted heirloom that brings orchid-like magenta blooms to the garden without the need for staking. This hardy perennial naturalizes beautifully, returning each year to create larger, more vibrant displays.
$35.99
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Usda Hardiness Zone
Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
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Who it's for
- Northern gardeners seeking perennial color without the hassle of digging bulbs
- Homeowners wanting a self-sustaining garden that grows denser each season
- Floral enthusiasts looking for high-impact color and unique petal shapes
Who should skip it
- Gardeners who prefer large, showy exhibition-style flower spikes
- Landscapers requiring plants with long-lasting or repeat-blooming capabilities
- Minimalist gardeners with limited space or highly curated small beds
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Gladiolus communis ssp. byzantinus
Mature Height
24 inches
Planting Depth
5 inches
Spacing
5 inches
Hardiness Zones
6-9
Bloom Season
Early summer
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Deer Resistant
Yes
Pollinator Attracting
Yes
Bulb Size
6+ cm
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