Park Seed Parrot Mix Gladiolus
Best vibrant floral choice for home gardeners seeking exotic summer color.
These vibrant, ruffled blooms bring a tropical flair to the garden with their striking mix of hot pink, purple, peach, and lime hues. Designed for easy growth, these plants produce long, elegant stems that serve as excellent cut flowers and attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
$17.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, high-impact visual interest in their summer landscapes.
- Home decorators wanting elegant, homegrown centerpieces for indoor displays.
- Busy homeowners looking for high-reward flowers with minimal effort.
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance seekers who prefer plants that stand tall without assistance.
- Northern growers who dislike the seasonal chore of lifting bulbs.
- Enthusiasts wanting continuous, season-long color from a single planting session.
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Ruffled, multi-colored petals create a dramatic, high-contrast focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden all season.
Cut Flower Utility
Long, sturdy stems make these ideal for professional-grade floral arrangements.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make these accessible for novice gardeners.
Climate Versatility
Requires lifting bulbs in colder regions, limiting year-round outdoor viability.
Structural Presence
Tall, upright habit provides excellent verticality for borders and containers.
Key Specs
Genus
Gladiolus
Species
dalenii
Variety
Parrot Mix
Mature Height
60 inches
Mature Width
9 inches
Hardiness Zones
8-10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Tolerance
Normal, loamy, Sandy
Quantity per Pack
10
Plant Type
Bulb
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