Gladiolus 'Purple Flora' is a magnificent summer-flowering bulb that creates dramatic vertical interest in any landscape design. These striking violet-purple blooms with their ruffled petals open sequentially on tall, elegant spikes, providing weeks of vibrant color. Perfect for both commercial landscape installations and retail garden centers, this gladiolus variety offers exceptional value and reliable performance.
Stunning features and benefits
This exceptional gladiolus variety delivers outstanding value for your customers with numerous benefits:
- Impressive height of 4-5 feet (120-150 cm), creating dramatic vertical interest
- Velvety, rich violet-purple blooms with elegant ruffled edges
- Sequential flowering pattern that extends the display period up to two weeks
- Sword-shaped foliage that remains attractive throughout the growing season
- Excellent cut flower with long vase life for floral arrangements
- Deer and rabbit resistant, reducing maintenance concerns
- Attracts beneficial pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds
- Versatile application in borders, beds, and container designs
These premium-quality corms are sized 14/+ for superior flowering performance and maximum impact in the landscape.
Planting and growing information
Plant Gladiolus 'Purple Flora' corms in spring after the threat of frost has passed, when soil temperatures reach at least 55°F. Position in full sun locations with well-drained soil, placing corms 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart. For extended blooming, recommend succession planting every 10-14 days. These summer bloomers flower in mid to late summer, with consistent moisture needs during the growing season. In zones 7 and colder, advise customers to lift corms after first frost for winter storage.
Order your wholesale supply today
Enhance your product offering with these premium Gladiolus 'Purple Flora' corms, packaged in convenient Capper 12 x 8 units. Each package includes detailed planting instructions for your customers' success. The eco-friendly cappers feature peg display holes for hanging merchandising options or can be displayed in our wooden racks. Available exclusively to our trade customers - landscape contractors, garden centers, and professional designers. Contact your DeVroomen representative to secure your stock for the upcoming spring season.
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EAN code84055
- CatalogRetail
- Singular UnitBulb
- Bloom Height100-140cm
- Size14/+
- Shipping Time FrameSpring