About

Gladiolus × colvillei 'Charm' is a named cultivar within the Gladiolus genus, part of the iris family Iridaceae. It produces its seasonal flowers from July to September. Plants are typically placed where summer blooms are visible, often at the rear of mixed borders or in beds intended for cutting. Quote the cultivar name when ordering to ensure you receive 'Charm'.

About the genus

Gladiolus is a genus of perennial cormous flowering plants in the iris family (Iridaceae).

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In the garden

Gladiolus × colvillei 'Charm' sits within the Gladiolus genus (family Iridaceae) as a cultivated selection offered for summer flowering. As a named cultivar, it will be listed under its full botanical name, which helps when sourcing the exact selection gardeners want. Plan for its flowering period: the blooms arrive between July and September, so position plants where that seasonal display will be most effective. Grouping several corms together gives a clearer presence in a border and makes cutting for vases simpler. If stems lengthen, light support keeps flowers upright and looking tidy. In UK gardens 'Charm' works well at the back of mixed herbaceous borders and in beds dedicated to summer flowering. When buying, specify Gladiolus × colvillei 'Charm' to avoid similar-looking cultivars and to match expectations for late-summer display.

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