March 6, 2009, Newsletter Issue #253: Gladiolus callianthus: The Ethiopian Gladiolus

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An excellent, easily grown species type that was formerly known as Acidanthera. Grows to 3 ft tall .
Aspect: Full sun / semi shade. Soil Type: Well drained ordinary garden soil.
Each stem bears around 7-10 white blooms with a maroon throat and unusually for a Gladiolus is sweetly scented.
Plant 4" deep during April/May for September to November blooms.

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