Gladiolus Sunrise Blend Bulbs
Best vertical accent for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance cut flowers.
Elevate your garden with the Gladiolus Sunrise Blend, featuring three distinct varieties: 'Essential', 'Black Star', and 'Bra Val'. These bulbs produce statuesque spikes reaching up to 5 feet tall, showcasing a vibrant mix of white, yellow, and dark red blooms. Perfect for garden beds, borders, containers, or as stunning cut flowers, they offer easy care and bloom the first year. Reliably perennial in USDA Zones 7-10, these gladiolus thrive in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, attracting hummingbirds to your landscape.
$35.95
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SKU
4438725
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic vertical height and vibrant color
- Floral enthusiasts wanting long-lasting stems for indoor arrangements
- Beginners looking for predictable and rewarding summer blooms
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners living in regions with freezing winters
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting plants that stand up independently
- Pesticide-averse growers unwilling to manage common garden pests
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Statuesque five-foot spikes create a dramatic focal point in any landscape.
Ease of Establishment
Reliable first-year blooms provide instant gratification for impatient gardeners.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant color palette serves as a natural magnet for local hummingbirds.
Versatility
Equally effective in garden borders, containers, or as fresh cut flowers.
Maintenance Requirements
Simple care needs make these a low-stress choice for most growers.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness zones limit perennial success to warmer regional climates.
Key Specs
SKU
44387-PK-25
Pack Size
25 bulbs
Mature Height
60 inches (152.4 cm)
Mature Width
6 inches (15.24 cm)
Hardiness Zones
7 - 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Soil Type
Normal, Loamy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Features
- Blend of three striking gladiolus varieties
- Tall spikes for vertical garden interest
- High-contrast white, yellow, and dark red blooms
- Blooms the first year for instant impact
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Ideal for containers and borders
- Perennial in Zones 7-10
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the Gladiolus Sunrise Blend bulbs. Reviewers frequently highlight the ease of planting and the impressive germination rate, noting that nearly every bulb produced a stunning, vibrant flower spike. The resulting display is often described as breathtaking, delivering the promised sunrise colors and exceeding expectations for garden impact. This blend offers dependable performance even for novice gardeners, making success feel effortless.
Know before you buy
Yes, these bulbs are ready to bloom in their first season, providing immediate color and vertical interest to your garden.
Absolutely. Because they grow up to 5 feet tall, ensure you use a sturdy, deep container that can support their height and provide proper drainage.
These gladiolus are reliably perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 10. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to lift and store the bulbs indoors during the winter.
For optimal growth, plant your bulbs 4 inches deep in well-drained, loamy soil. Ensure the site receives full sun to partial shade to support their tall, statuesque spikes.
Yes, the vibrant blooms are known to attract hummingbirds, making them a great choice if you want to add life and movement to your landscape.
They are excellent for cut flower arrangements. Their long, sturdy stems and striking color palette make them a standout choice for vases.
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