Gladioli Nanus
Charming Lady
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60-70cm -
5-7cm -
Full Sun
60-70cm 
5-7cm 
Full SunGladiolus ‘Charming Lady’ is a beautiful tubergenii (nanus) gladiolus, producing slim green foliage and elegant spikes of pale lilac-pink flowers. Compact and easy to grow, it’s ideal for adding soft colour and height through borders, and it’s also a fantastic cut flower.
Flowering from spring to early summer, Gladioli nanus (also known as the “Painted Ladies”) carry several 6 to 8 cm blooms on wiry, arching stems, growing to around 70 cm tall. They’re perfect for sunny spots and are a great option when you want gladiolus-style impact without the height of summer varieties.
How to grow: Plant corms in a sunny, well-drained position in well-worked soil. Plant 5 to 7 cm deep, in clumps spaced 10 to 15 cm apart. Keep watered during active growth. Monitor for common issues like thrips and rust, and treat if needed.
Gladioli Nanus are a beautiful dwarf, Spring flowering Gladioli - their smaller stature make them perfect in pots, or as a border plant. They are incredibly hardy.
These petite, early-blooming, hardier-than-usual glads, are perfect for the Spring bouquet.
Gladioli Nanus can be planted anytime from late March through to mid/late May.
For a full overview of how to plant Gladioli visit our Gardeners Guide.
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