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Product Description
From July through September, Gladiolus Gladdies ‘Kim’ produces a striking display of rich purple blooms, their upright spikes adding vertical drama to borders, beds and containers. Reaching 60 cm in height with a 10 cm spread, this Gladiolus combines bold floral impact with a tidy, proportioned form that complements mixed planting schemes.
‘Kim’ establishes vigorous stems in fertile, well‑drained soil in sunny or partially shaded spots, resulting in reliable, long‑lasting flowering throughout the season. Naturally sturdy and free‑standing, it delivers outstanding garden performance without the need for support, letting its deep purple tones shine both close‑up and from a distance.
For a rich summer display, pair Gladdies ‘Kim’ with companions that enhance its dramatic hue and add varied texture. Salvia, Coreopsis, Achillea and Echinacea bring complementary forms and colours that fill lower planting spaces and create a lively, harmonious border.
For more varieties like this, please browse our full range of Gladiol.
Plant Size
| Mature Height | 60 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 10 cm |
| Plant Spacing | 10 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Plant approx. 15cm deep. |
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| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained soil |
Growing at a glance…
Plant gladioli about 10-15cm deep and about 10-15cm apart, in fertile/well drained soil in autumn or spring. When planting in a heavy soil, place some sand underneath each corm to help with drainage. You can water regularly as the growth begins to appear and you can dead head when flowers begin to die off, though make sure to leave foliage to grow throughout the summer. In late autumn when frosty and cold nights are likely to return, you should lift and dry the corms and store over the winter in a frost free shed/garage until ready to plant again next year.