Gladiolus

Gladiolus × hortulanus, Iridaceae

Zones

7–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Full Sun (optimal)

Moderate

6 – 7

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Both tall flowering plants compete for space, light, and nutrients during peak growing season

Ornamental

Gladiolus grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

Good companions for Gladiolus include Love-in-a-Mist.

Design guilds with Gladiolus and see companion relationships visually.