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Mystery plant: Byzantine gladiola
What’s the name of the flower that looks like a small Amaryllis on a gladiola stalk? The color is a dark, rosy pink.
Posted by lindaxray on June 17, 2014
Marianne's Response
I am making a guess that you are asking about Byzantine gladiola. From Southern Europe, this variety has maroon or reddish blooms on stems 3 feet tall. Prune off the blooms of all gladiolas after they bloom by removing the stem and all. This way the spent flowers will not set seed and divert energy away from making next year's blooms. Enjoy, Marianne Binetti
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