Gladiolus carneus var albidus (100 seeds)

Gladiolus carneus var albidus (100 seeds)

Family: Iridaceae

Common name: Painted Lady

It is indigenous to South Africa and grows in a very wide range through the winter rainfall areas. The flowers vary from almost white to pink and salmon. This one is a white form.

Sowing instructions: Seed is sown in autumn, thinly, in deep (min. 10 cm) seed trays, to allow for root development. The soil medium should be well drained, a recommended mix being 2 parts sand: 2 parts compost: 1 part loam or equal parts sand and compost, and the seeds should be planted 3-4 mm deep, covered with clean sand and kept moist and lightly shaded.

Locality: Stellenbosh. Harvest: December 2024