Cornflag
Gladiolus communis
- Native to:
- Albania, Bulgaria, Corse, France, Italy, Krym, Libya, Morocco, North Caucasus, NW. Balkan Pen., Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Transcaucasus, Tunisia
A. Barra
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Iridaceae
- Genus:
- Gladiolus
- Species:
- Gladiolus communis
- USDA Symbol:
- GLCO2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 100 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, magenta, purple
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to Mediterranean regions, prefers dry summers
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months.