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Native to the marshy grasslands of southern Africa, Gladiolus tristis, or the evening gladiolus, is a spring-flowering perennial that grows from corms.
It's well suited to growing in an informal setting outdoors, but also makes a lovely potted specimen for a cool greenhouse.
In the UK, Gladiolus tristis benefits from being planted in full sun in a well-drained and humus-rich soil. Look out for the foliage, which emerges in autumn following summer dormancy, and support it with twiggy stems poked in the ground.
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Gladiolus and wildlife
Gladiolus is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Gladiolus poisonous?
Gladiolus causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested.
