Coral Crush Gladiolus
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Description
The Coral Crush Gladiolus is a striking variety known for its bold, vibrant coral-red flowers with subtle peach undertones, creating an eye-catching and dramatic effect in your garden. Standing at a height of 90–120 cm, this tall and elegant gladiolus adds vertical interest to flower beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The Coral Crush Gladiolus is perfect for adding a splash of color to your summer garden, blooming profusely from mid-summer through fall, and making a beautiful addition to any floral arrangement or outdoor display.
Features and Specifications:
- Plant Height: Reaches 90–120 cm, making it ideal for the back of flower beds, garden borders, and as a dramatic vertical accent.
- Flower Size: Large, trumpet-shaped blooms in a stunning coral-red hue with soft peach undertones, offering a unique color combination.
- Blooming Season: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, with flowers opening sequentially along the flower spike for an extended period of color.
- Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun, requiring 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure healthy growth and abundant blooms.
- Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
- Ideal Uses: Perfect for flower beds, borders, cutting gardens, and as a dramatic focal point in larger gardens.
Growth Rate: Moderate growth, with blooms appearing 8–10 weeks after planting.
Planting Instructions:
- Sowing Time: Plant gladiolus corms in early spring once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has passed. In cooler climates, start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
- Spacing: Space corms 10–15 cm apart to allow adequate room for growth and air circulation.
- Watering: Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, ensuring the soil is well-drained to prevent waterlogging.
Key Benefits:
- Bold, Vibrant Color: The Coral Crush Gladiolus offers a brilliant coral-red bloom with peach undertones, adding a touch of drama and color to any garden.
- Tall and Elegant: At 90–120 cm, it provides height and structure, making it perfect for planting at the back of flower beds or as a statement piece in garden borders.
- Long-Lasting Blooms: With sequential blooming, enjoy a continuous display of flowers from mid-summer to fall.
- Ideal for Cutting: The bold blooms make the Coral Crush Gladiolus perfect for creating stunning floral arrangements, lasting for several days in a vase.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
- Attracts Pollinators: The vibrant flowers attract bees and butterflies, helping to enhance the biodiversity of your garden.
The Coral Crush Gladiolus is a beautiful and vibrant addition to any garden, perfect for gardeners seeking to add dramatic color and vertical interest. Whether used as a backdrop in flower beds or in cut flower arrangements, this gladiolus will provide lasting beauty throughout the summer and fall month
