In nature, there are about 200 types of gladioli with different names, which have their own individual characteristics.
First of all, it should be noted that there are 4 groups of such colors:
- Butterfly-shaped;
- Large-flowered;
- Dwarf;
- Primrose.
The best varieties of large-flowered gladioluses
Large-flowered gladioli are very often found in European gardens, and each variety in its own way pleases the eye.
This type of gladiolus has the following general description: 
- The length of the stem reaches 2 m;
- The flowers are triangular and reach up to 18 cm in diameter;
- Inflorescences contain up to 30 flowers;
- The length of the arrows - up to 90 cm;
- It blooms from early summer until autumn.
Did you know? Gladiators wore a gladiolus bulb like an amulet. It was believed that this brings luck and victory.Let's start with Belle de nui. This variety of gladioli with large flowers is quite unusual. From French, the name of the variety translates as "The color of the night." This is due to the fact that the plant has dark purple petals. Against the background of garden bushes, the indicated variety of gladioli looks like a blazing fire. The plant grows up to 1.5 m and has corrugated petals.
The next grade of gladiolus is Invite, which is translated from English means "invitation". They are most often used to create bouquets. The plant grows up to 120 cm. Gladiolus has pink petals with a white edging, which is what attracts connoisseurs of this variety. It blooms from August to September.
Gladiolus variety Vera Lynn considered a perennial plant. During flowering in summer, the plant opens to one side and has an unusual shape of flowers. Color - light blue with dark parts in the center and curved petals.
They are cut for bouquets or planted on borders. However, this variety has a drawback: the plant is quite high and needs to be tied to a support, which will have to be made additionally if you decide to grow gladioli in the garden.
In ancient times, it was believed that gladiolus varieties Violetta possesses healing properties. Flowers of such plants reach up to 15 cm in diameter, and it grows up to 1 m in height.
Another name for this variety is Memory. The flower has a dark blue color with a white edging on the edge. On the lower petals, you can see bright arrows, and in the center - maroon drops.
The next great gladiolus variety is Blue bird. This is the most attractive gladiolus, which is planted in the garden or put in a vase at home. The plant grows up to 120 cm. The flowers have a dark purple color. They themselves are funnel-shaped and large. They are also used to create bouquets, because this variety of gladioli with large flowers has already conquered more than one florist.
The next grade of gladiolus is Costa It is a large-flowered plant with corrugated petals of lilac color. Its flowers reach up to 20 cm in diameter, and it grows up to 2 m.
The plant looks great in single or group plantings. Gladiolus blooms in August and blooms until September. Flower petals are widely disclosed and have a delicate, delicate aroma for 20 days. Especially beautiful are the gladioli of Costa look in a bouquet.
Faro - This is a relatively rare variety of gladioli.. Such a tall plant looks great in a group planting. The flowers are purple with a bright center. Faro is an annual variety, so it is grown for cutting. Such flowers are easy to propagate and they are not exposed to diseases and pests.
The next grade of gladiolus is new and little known. However, he is very attractive in appearance, and for good reason many florists "laid eyes on him". Gladiolus combines white, purple and purple color.
Large-flowered gladioli, most often, are planted in the country near the house.
Did you know? The word "gladiolus" in Latin means "sword."
Description and photo of primurose gladioli
The next group of gladiolus varieties is Primiform. These plants reach up to 1 m in height, and their flowers are 8 cm in diameter. In inflorescences there are up to 23 pieces of individual flowers. The elongated upper petals are curved in the form of a hood. Flowering begins in July and ends in September. Despite the fact that primordial gladioli are not too large, they are also suitable for creating bouquets.
Did you know? In the 18th century, gladioli were used as a medicine for toothache.Now let's talk about how each gladiolus variety looks like.
Gladiolus varieties Robin grows up to 140 cm, and the size of the flower reaches up to 14 cm in diameter. The buds are 20 cm. Petals are strongly corrugated and are distinguished by red or burgundy color.
Gladiolus Leonora will give you joy, thanks to the golden-yellow colors. The petals of gladiolus are dense and moderately corrugated. The inflorescence is double-rowed and dense. Stem - dense, medium size. It is used to create bouquets and presented at exhibitions of gladioli.
The next grade of gladiolus is Joyce. The plant grows to 140 cm, and its flowers reach 15 cm in diameter.
All flowers have a bright lemon color and bloom from August to September. Petals - corrugated. The flower itself has a delicate and light aroma. Blossoms about 4 weeks. Gladioluses Joyce are often used for planting in the garden, on flowerbeds and alpine hills. Also, in a cut, they are selected to create bouquets.
In any case, the easiest way is to pick the right kind of gladioli from the photos of these wonderful flowers.
Most Popular Butterfly Gladiolus
The next, no less interesting group is butterfly-like gladioli. These flowers grow up to 1 m in height. The petals are a bit crumpled, but sit tightly on the stems.
Important! Some varieties of gladioli cause skin irritation.Let us proceed to the description of each individual variety from this group.
For example, gladiolus Melodie brought selector Dybov in 2004. This is an early middle variety. It has corrugated flowers of a deep crimson color. Butonov - 22, and the flowers in them - 9.
The flowers themselves are velvety and shiny. The edging of the petals is silvery. The inflorescences are folded into a tall perfect spike. The plant is included in the list of varieties of Russian gladioli.
Gladiolus Georgette very beautiful variety. Its inflorescences resemble the open wings of a red butterfly with yellow strokes. The plant grows up to 1 m in height and is used to create bouquets, along with other light gladioli.
The next variety is Serafin. This is a very gentle and corrugated flower. Color - pink with lemon spots on the center. In the summer the plant dissolves high stalks of bizarre forms. Representatives of the specified grade are grown up on a bed and borders, or cut off to put in a vase. Such a gladiolus tops the list of the best varieties.
Gladiolus varieties Freezd Coral Leys translated as "Coral Searing Ball." The flowers of this variety resemble fragile coral reefs. The plant has light pink petals with fringe at the edges. They are highly corrugated. Gladiolus Freezd Coral Leys grows to 120 cm.
The next grade of gladiolus is Dianitto The flowers look very noble, so many florists planted them only to then cut and put in a vase. The flowers have a pale yellow color with red spots on the throat.
The best grade of gladioli is considered Libel This plant grows up to 1 m in height and blooms from July to September.
The variety is distinguished by its unusual beauty. The flower advantageously combines red and yellow colors, due to which Libel gladioli are often used to create bouquets. The dignity of this variety is a wonderful and sweet aroma. Petals - corrugated and smooth. Peduncles - strong and long.
These varieties, of course, are no better than terry gladioli, but they look great in bouquets and near houses.
Description and photo of dwarf gladioli
Gladioli are dwarf and also include several varieties.
These flowers look primrose, however, they are very small: grow only up to 80 cm in height.
Low-growing gladioli bloom from July to September. The advantage of growing these varieties is that such gladioli do not need support. They are planted in group beds and used to create bouquets.
All plants are divided into one-color and two-color varieties of undersized gladioli.
Let's talk about each grade separately.
First grade - Amigo. This plant is low, height - 117 cm. The diameter of the flower is 8.5 cm, it is corrugated, has a brown color. A total of 21 flowers in the inflorescence, 7 of which are simultaneously open. The length of the inflorescence is 60 cm. The variety was bred in 1970 by the breeder R. Roberts.
Next grade Astro, bred by S. Walker in 1978. Gladioli of this short-growing variety have a dark purple color with narrow light strokes on the lower lobes.
The flower reaches up to 10 cm in diameter. In the inflorescence of 20 flowers. The height of the plant itself is 150 cm, and the length of its bud is 62 cm.
Important! The use of gladiolus in food causes a strong intoxication of the body.The following varietal gladiolus of this group - Bakeru. S. Grisbach was withdrawn in 1977. The flowers of this variety are folded and have a smoky-crimson color. Each flower reaches up to 9 cm in diameter. The plant itself grows to 120 cm. The inflorescence contains 18 flowers, with only 6 open. The length of a bud is 50 cm.
Variety Dolly brought S. Larus in 1967. The plant has a light red color of flowers with white spots inside. The flowers themselves reach up to 10 cm in diameter. The plant grows to 130 cm. The inflorescence contains 21 flowers, in which only 6 are open. The length of a bud is 60 cm.
The list of the best varieties of undersized gladioli includes Airlie Highlight. He was bred in 1973. The flowers have a salmon color with yellow spots. The flower itself is corrugated, and reaches up to 10 cm in diameter. The plant grows up to 130 cm in height. The length of the inflorescence is 65 cm. There are 18 flowers in the bud, and only 9 of them are open.
Little Jade Grinn was launched in 1966. Corrugated flower has a light green color and reaches up to 8 cm in diameter. The plant grows up to 13 cm. There are only 19 flowers in the inflorescence, of which 6 are open. The length of a bud is 55 cm.
The next short-growing gladiolus is associated with the nickname Juno, and has the name Luqing. It was launched in 1973. Weakly corrugated flower has a light salmon color with cream spots on the center. It reaches up to 9 cm in diameter, while the plant itself grows up to 140 cm. The inflorescence contains 20 flowers, and only 7 of them are open. The length of a bud is 70 cm.
Variety Ling toy was opened in 1974. The flowers have a dark orange color with cream spots. Corrugated. The plant grows up to 130 cm in height. In the inflorescence of 18 flowers, and the bud reaches 60 cm in length.
Gladiolus Mini mays was withdrawn in 1974. The flower reaches up to 6.5 cm in diameter and has a yellow color with a narrow salmon rim. Also on them you can see crimson spots. Flowers in this variety are corrugated, and the plant itself reaches 100 cm in length. The inflorescence grows up to 50 cm in length and contains 15 flowers.
Did you know? In ancient times, gladiolus was used as a talisman against demons and the evil eye.On this our list is over. Now, with the help of our description of varieties, you can choose a decorative ornament for the garden in the form of an unusual gladiolus.
