Eminence

🧡 Gladiolus ‘Eminence’
Gladiolus ‘Eminence’ is pure sunshine in bloom — an orange stunner with a zesty lemon throat that glows in the garden. 

A true Kiwi favourite, Eminence is easy to grow and rewards you with tall, exotic sprays that scream summer.

🌿 Specs & Perks:
•     Colour: Orange with a lemon centre — citrusy and sizzling
•     Height: 100–110 cm — tall and proud
•     Bloom Time: Summer (approx. 90 days from planting)
•     Sunlight: Full sun — loves basking
•     Soil: Well-drained; mound it if your soil’s a bit clay-heavy
•     Watering: Keep moist during growth, but don’t overdo it
•     Top Uses: Cut flowers, borders, cottage gardens, picking patches
🌱 Growing Tips:
•     Plant corms 10–12 cm deep after frost risk has passed
•     Space 15 cm apart for airflow and impact
•     Stake if needed or plant in a sheltered spot
•     Spray every 2–3 weeks to keep pests and fungi in check
•     Lift and store corms in autumn in a cool, airy place
🏡 Styling Ideas:
Pair her with deep purples, rich reds, or even soft whites for a fiery contrast. She’s a knockout in tropical-themed borders or mixed with dahlias and rudbeckias for a full-on summer riot.