High Country Gardens
Hardy Gladiolus nanus Mix
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant seasonal color.
Elevate your garden with the Hardy Gladiolus nanus Mix from High Country Gardens. This collection features smaller gladiolus bulbs that produce a stunning array of pink, white, and bi-colored blooms, perfect for borders and containers. Enjoy a long bloom time from mid-summer until the first frost. These easy-to-grow, deer-resistant plants are also excellent for cut flowers, bringing vibrant color indoors. Cold hardy to Zone 5 with mulch, they offer a spectacular and reliable garden display.
$19.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
/ 3183
#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-15%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
58
/ -
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance perennials that return every year
- Small-space gardeners needing compact plants for containers or borders
- Floral enthusiasts wanting fresh, colorful stems for home bouquets
Who should skip it
- Design-conscious gardeners who dislike messy, fading foliage
- Gardeners with heavy clay soil lacking proper drainage
- Pest-averse gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, insect-resistant plants
Performance breakdown
Winter Hardiness
Reliable perennial performance in colder climates when properly mulched.
Pollinator Appeal
High-impact blooms that act as a magnet for local hummingbirds.
Growth Versatility
Compact stature makes them ideal for both containers and garden borders.
Maintenance Ease
Straightforward planting requirements perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing wildlife, protecting your floral investment throughout the season.
Bloom Longevity
Extended flowering window provides consistent color from mid-summer until first frost.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
5-8
Bulb Spacing
7.62 cm
Bulb Size
10 cm
Planting Depth
15.24 cm
Mature Height
45.72 cm
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Sandy Soil, Average Soil
Bulb Type
Corms
Features
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Long bloom time
- Easy to grow
- Suitable for cut flowers
- Excellent for containers
- Deer resistant
- Cold hardy to Zone 5
- Mixture of pink, white, and bi-colored blooms
What customers say
This Gladiolus nanus mix is celebrated for its exceptional quality and reliability. Gardeners consistently report high viability and impressive hardiness, with the corms returning beautifully each spring. The vibrant, diverse color palette is a significant design success, offering substantial visual impact for a modest investment. This mix provides outstanding value, making it a favorite for adding dependable, long lasting color to perennial borders and containers. Its consistent performance and attractive display make it a highly recommended choice for any garden.
Know before you buy
Yes, these bulbs are cold hardy to Zone 5, provided you apply a layer of mulch to protect them during the winter months.
For the best results, plant the corms 6 inches deep in well-draining soil.
Absolutely. Their compact mature height of 12 to 18 inches makes them an excellent choice for container gardening as well as garden borders.
Yes, the vibrant blooms are known to attract hummingbirds, making them a great addition to a pollinator-friendly landscape.
No, this variety is deer resistant, which makes them a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
You can enjoy their blooms from late summer until the first frost, providing a long-lasting display of pink, white, and bi-colored flowers.
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