Gladiolus 'Thalia'

Gladioli are popular garden plants, bearing long, pointed leaves from which tall flower spikes emerge in summer. They're perfect for growing in a sunny herbaceous border and make excellent cut flowers.

Gladiolus 'Thalia' produces tall spikes of incredible purple blooms, with a deeper purple blotch in the throat. It's strong stems make it an excellent choice for cutting and exhibiting, as well as garden cultivation. For best results grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Water well during the growing season and stake plants before the flower spike emerges. Hailing from the Mediterranean region, Gladiolus 'Thalia' is frost tender. Lift the corms each autumn and overwinter them in frost-free conditions.