Accession #: 201800080
Accession Date: 2018-09-25
Common name: Peacock Gladiolus, Acidanthera
Family: Iridaceae
Synonym(s): <i>Acidanthera bicolor</i> Hochst.
Country of Origin: East Africa
Description: Cormous plant with fragrant white and maroon flowers.
Uses:
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USDA Zone: 7-10
Source: Matt Opel
Provenance:
ex hort., from Dutch bulb wholesaler as Acidanthera
Restrictions:
Culture:
Plant outdoors in rich well-drained soil or large pots in spring. Dig corms in autumn after flowering and store in a cool location in dry soil for winter dormancy.