<i>Gladiolus</i> 'Purple Prince' | Purple Prince Sword Lily
DESCRIPTION
Gladiolus 'Purple Prince' is a graceful flowering plant known for its tall, elegant spikes adorned with large, deep purple blooms. Flowering in mid to late summer, the vibrant, regal purple petals form tightly packed clusters that open gradually from the bottom up, creating a long-lasting, dramatic display in the garden. The blooms are ideal for cut flower arrangements due to their bold color and vertical structure.
Originating from hybridization efforts aimed at enhancing flower size and color intensity, 'Purple Prince' has become a popular choice for gardeners seeking to add vertical interest and rich color to summer borders or mixed plantings. Its eye-catching blooms provide a royal touch to garden landscapes, standing out as a focal point in both formal and cottage-style gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Gladiolus 'Purple Prince' is a graceful flowering plant known for its tall, elegant spikes adorned with large, deep purple blooms. Flowering in mid to late summer, the vibrant, regal purple petals form tightly packed clusters that open gradually from the bottom up, creating a long-lasting, dramatic display in the garden. The blooms are ideal for cut flower arrangements due to their bold color and vertical structure.
Originating from hybridization efforts aimed at enhancing flower size and color intensity, 'Purple Prince' has become a popular choice for gardeners seeking to add vertical interest and rich color to summer borders or mixed plantings. Its eye-catching blooms provide a royal touch to garden landscapes, standing out as a focal point in both formal and cottage-style gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Gladiolus 'Purple Prince' is a graceful flowering plant known for its tall, elegant spikes adorned with large, deep purple blooms. Flowering in mid to late summer, the vibrant, regal purple petals form tightly packed clusters that open gradually from the bottom up, creating a long-lasting, dramatic display in the garden. The blooms are ideal for cut flower arrangements due to their bold color and vertical structure.
Originating from hybridization efforts aimed at enhancing flower size and color intensity, 'Purple Prince' has become a popular choice for gardeners seeking to add vertical interest and rich color to summer borders or mixed plantings. Its eye-catching blooms provide a royal touch to garden landscapes, standing out as a focal point in both formal and cottage-style gardens.
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Family: Iridaceae
Height: 3 to 4 feet
Width: 6 to 12 inches
Foliage color: Green, sword-like
Flower color: Deep purple
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Moderate; may require staking
Growing zone: USDA zones 7 to 10
Wildlife attractors: Hummingbirds and butterfliesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
