The impeccable, pristine blooms of Gladiolus ‘Albus’ have a sophisticated, bridal quality, arrayed in unfussy, chic white petals. These statuesque spires will bring a graceful, vertical silhouette to your herbaceous borders and container displays. In the Language of Flowers, Gladioli represent faithfulness, integrity, and strength of character – the upright, immaculate pillars of ‘Albus’ seem to embody these virtues. Opening from the base upwards, the pointed buds burst open into glistening, star-shaped flowers. This variety is more compact than its cousins, reducing the chances of it becoming top-heavy and toppling over. Be sure to snip a few stems as exceptional, long-lasting cut flowers.

With dazzling, showy blooms of electric orange-red, Gladiolus ‘Atom’ is an exhilarating addition to your summer display. Each petal smoulders with intense colour, defined and highlighted by a silvery white outline. These jaw-dropping flowers are borne on impressive spikes, flanked by sword-like foliage. The structural spires will bring a bold vertical accent to your herbaceous borders. A few of these stems placed in a tall vase makes for a long-lasting, invigorating floral arrangement. Cut once the bottom flower has opened, and the remaining buds will unfurl sequentially indoors. Little wonder that Gladioli are a florist’s favourite!

Tall, regal stems of Hardy Gladiolus Charm showcase rich purple blooms, making for a striking vertical element in garden borders. Happy in borders and containers, these flowers bring bold colour and sophistication to sunny settings. Their elegant form and vibrant hues make this an eye-catching addition to summer displays. 

The rosy, ruffled flowers of Gladiolus ‘Charming Beauty’ will lend a soft, romantic air to your garden and home. The peaches and cream complexion of this bloom imparts a delicate femininity and charm befitting of its name. A pale, ivory throat blends outwards into blushing pink, lightly frilled petal edges. This pretty variety can be subtly woven throughout herbaceous borders and container displays. The upright spires gently draw the eye upwards with their vertical lines. Gladiolus ‘Charming Beauty’ makes a heavenly, long-lasting cut flower for you to create delightful floral arrangements and bouquets to give to loved ones.

Take a gamble on the thrilling flowers of Gladiolus ‘Las Vegas’ and you will be richly rewarded. ‘What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas’ – now you can bring the party to your own garden. Flamboyant, flashy, boisterous, this bloom boasts petals bright enough to rival Sin City’s flashing signs. With bi-coloured florets of scarlet red and neon yellow, this variety is no shrinking violet. Enliven your borders and patio display with a bold splash of colour and strong linear structure. Save a few stems as long-lasting cut flowers – they are sure to raise a smile every time you see them in your home.

The blousy blooms of Gladiolus ‘Nanus Nathalie’ are an adorable shade of pale, cherry blossom pink, with a drop of dark crimson on the lower petals. Gladioli are often called ‘Painted Ladies’, and ‘Nathalie’ seems all made-up with a slick of red lipstick, and a dab of blusher on her cheeks. ‘Nanus’ Gladioli have been carefully bred to be compact, strong, and straight, rarely requiring staking. The convenient height makes them well suited to containers as well as herbaceous borders. This variety makes a gorgeous cut flower, with the flowers unfurling gradually in the vase for a long-lasting display.

A finely balanced assortment of dwarf Gladioli, our ‘Mixture’ is a flurry of pretty pinks, like an orchard laden with spring blossom. From white petals with magenta markings, to pale pastel pinks and bursts of fuchsia, this combination offers a harmonious blend of colour to compliment your planting scheme. Gladioli bring a welcome dimension of height, breaking up the flowing forms of an herbaceous border with their strong vertical lines. These ‘Nanus’ varieties are compact, sturdy, weather resistant and suitable for container growing. Gladioli make superior cut flowers, and this collection creates armfuls of ready-made bouquets to display in your home.