Gladiolus orchidiflorus

It’s so weird! I love it! This glad does resemble orchids but I think it could also be named Gladiolus elephantus. The flowers look just like elephant heads with its big ears and arching trunk. The flower color varies from yellow-green to a brown-purple with yellow & dark red markings. Intriguing! Plus they’re fragrant! They bloom in early Spring & ave several flowers per spike. The foliage is grass-like. Native to South Africa, will grow well in a pot to ensure good drainage. You can also put the pot away during the required dry period in Summer. To 2-3' high & 6-9" wide.

Kelly Kilpatrick
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