Gladiolus varieties: descriptions and characteristics of the best varieties

A tuberous perennial plant belonging to the Iris family, has firmly established itself in the garden plots of domestic summer residents. There are so many varieties of gladiolus that it is quite difficult to choose the most beautiful varieties. This collection of majestic plants is replenished annually with new specimens adapted to the difficult climate of Russia and possessing strong immunity to diseases of bulbous plants.

Description of the plant

Gladiolus was brought to the plots of domestic gardeners from Europe, where they have been successfully cultivated since the 16th century.For 200 years, active breeding work has been carried out, thanks to which hundreds of varieties and hybrids of this beautiful flower have appeared. Over time, the plants have acquired different colors, and their buds have become much larger.

The stems of plants are unbranched, vertical, densely leafy. Their height varies from 50 to 150 cm, the parameter varies depending on the variety. Sheet plates have a xiphoid or linear shape, sizes range from 50 to 80 cm.

In one-sided, two-sided or spiral spike-shaped inflorescences there are sessile flowers with a simple funnel-shaped perianth, consisting of six different-sized lobes.

Rounded corm covered with membranous scales that vary in color from white to cherry black. Round or oval-shaped seeds are enclosed in a three-leaved box - the fruit of the gladiolus. There are many of them, they have a brown color.

What does "gladiolus cipher" mean

In modern floricultural practice, each variety of gladiolus has its own code. This is a three-digit number - the first indicates the size class of the flower, 2 and 3rd - the color class. The gladiolus cipher also indicates the timing of the appearance of flowers. According to this parameter, cultures are divided into 6 groups.

Varieties and types of gladioli

To determine the choice of a royal flower for planting in the garden, study the description of the best varieties in each group.

With white flowers

White majestic cultures are the accent of the flower arrangement, such varieties are combined with any other shades of plants in the flower beds.

Moscow white stone

The author of this variety was the famous breeder V. F. Dybov. Fast-growing gladiolus reproduces well, grows up to 135 cm. Spike-shaped inflorescence - 60 cm.It consists of 21 buds that bloom one after another. Moscow white stone belongs to the highly corrugated varieties. At the same time, 9 flowers bloom in the inflorescence with lush petals and a light green core. A characteristic feature of the variety are large daughter bulbs - about 4 cm in diameter.

White birch

The originator of the variety is the breeder Vasiliev. White birch belongs to varieties with an average flowering period. Young buds have a soft cream shade, and only when fully bloomed the petals become snow-white. In total, 24 flowers with highly corrugated petals form on the gladiolus, but only 10 bloom at the same time.

Assol

The author of the culture variety is Krasheninnikov B.I. The size of the flowers is medium or large. In the center, the bud has a rich ruby color, white and golden are located at the edges of the petals.

Rowan in the snow

The peculiarity of the variety is the strong corrugation of the petals. Due to the waxy texture, they are very unusual to the touch. One of the largest representatives among white varieties, grows up to 140 cm. About 20 buds are formed in one spike inflorescence, 8 bloom at the same time. Suitable for cutting, as it retains its decorative effect for a long time.

Rosy cheeks

The duration of flowering variety Rosy cheeks - about 12 days. The first buds appear on the crop in mid-summer. Tall gladiolus has green leaves of medium size. In the inflorescence there are up to 24 buds that do not bloom at the same time. The open form of the flower is characterized by white-pink petals and a reddish-carmine core.

Royal gift

One of the tallest varieties of gladioli - stretches up to 150 cm. The buds are 22 cm in diameter, there are 22 of them on one spike-shaped inflorescence. 8 pieces bloom at the same time. The color of the petals is delicate, pale pink. There is a pink-red blush on the veins of the lower ones.

The Royal gift refers to corrugated varieties, the gladiolus bud has a winged shape.

Russian beauty

The variety is tall - 180 cm. The petals have a strong corrugation and a white-lemon-pink hue. Inflorescence height - 80 cm.

Yellow cream palette

Among gladioli with yellow-cream petals, the following varieties are popular.

Beautiful

The variety has a very beautiful strong corrugation and is characterized by early flowering. The height of the ear is up to 80 cm. The color of the gladiolus petals is pink-green-yellow with smooth tints.

Zest

The variety has an early-medium flowering period. Bud diameter - about 14 cm. Corrugated petals of yellow color, 10 pieces bloom at the same time, the total number of buds on the culture is 22.

Golden Antelope

Gladiolus variety bred in 2007, author - V. I. Trifonov. The corrugated flowers of the plant are similar to lace frills, all shades of golden yellow are present in the color of the petals. 8 buds opened at the same time.

Polovtsian dances

The height of the gladiolus does not exceed 165 cm, the flowering period is mid-summer. Up to 22 buds with yellow petals are formed on the plant, 8 are open at the same time. Each petal has a “blush” of a soft red hue.

Wax fantasy

Highly corrugated dense gladiolus petals have a wax coating. The lower petals on the buds are scarlet-red and have a silvery-yellow border. The variety was bred in 2005.

Rhinestone

On the powerful stalk of the gladiolus is a strong peduncle, buds with petals of a silvery-yellow hue. On the edges they have a cream color. There are up to 20 buds in one spike-inflorescence, 7.

Yesenin's sadness

In height, the variety stretches up to 150 cm. The petals of the buds are golden in color, with the lower ones slightly darker than the upper ones. Up to 22 buds are formed in one inflorescence, 12 bloom at the same time. The variety belongs to corrugated varieties.

Natalie

A graceful variety with highly corrugated petals. At the same time, up to 9 dense and silky flowers are open, the color is pale yellow. Due to its small height (about 130 cm) it is used for cutting into bouquets.

Maya Plisetskaya

The color of the buds of this variety is fiery with fawn. In height, the plant does not exceed half a meter. The petals are corrugated, they are silky to the touch, 8 buds bloom at the same time.

Russian Renaissance

Beautiful gladiolus flower Russian renaissance looks catchy. At the same time, 10 buds with dense petals are open. The color of the variety is rich yellow.

Fawn and orange

Among the orange and fawn varieties, these varieties are distinguished.

Honey Spas

The variety has an incredibly spectacular appearance and is the winner of many exhibitions. Orange-colored buds have bright and juicy petals, cast in gold. 10 flowers open at the same time. It grows up to 170 cm in height.

Amber B altic

Amber-orange gladiolus on the lower petals has a velvety red spot. They are silky to the touch. The variety belongs to the corrugated type and grows up to a maximum of 160 cm.

Golden Symphony

There are 22 buds in the long spiky inflorescences of gladiolus, 10 are open at the same time. The flowers are highly corrugated, their diameter is 15 cm. The color of the petals is dominated by a golden hue.

Sokolniki

Catchy buds are characterized by a fawn-orange color. This gladiolus belongs to high varieties, 12 buds bloom at the same time.

Fairy

Delicate and graceful variety with cream-yellow bud petals. It is characterized by splendor, therefore it is grown not only in composition with other plants, but also in single plantings.

Tiadem

The petals of the buds have a bright orange color: in the center it is darker, and along the edges it is bright and saturated. The total number of flowers on one stem is 23.

Ekaterina Romanova

Intense orange, almost red color of the petals distinguishes gladiolus from other species. The petals are corrugated. Used for cutting and for creating bouquets.

Pink Flowers

The category of rose petal gladiolus also has its favorites.

Love Potion

The variety has a pale pink hue with a white spot. It belongs to the early middle varieties. The petals are corrugated.

Granddaughter eyelashes

A strong fringe is located along the edges of the petals of this gladiolus, the color is smoky pink with a white spot. Bud diameter - 11 cm, plant height - 130 cm.

George Soros

The main shade of the variety is pale lavender-lilac. On the lower petals there is a bright crimson spot. The spike-shaped inflorescence is tall, densely folded.

Tender princess

The color of the buds of the variety is pale lilac with a more saturated edging. In total, there are 20 or more flowers in the inflorescence, 9.

Pilgrim

The buds of the variety are large, have pale-pink-orange flowers. The corrugation is strong, the texture of the petals is dense.

Flying flamingos

The color of the gladiolus resembles the color of flamingo feathers - pastel soft pink. The height of the plant does not exceed 155 cm, the diameter of the flower is 14 cm. The flower is characterized by a round-triangular star shape.

Transformation

Powerful and showy variety with lilac-pink petals. The center is lighter, the edges are dark. Dark purple stamens.

Raspberry varieties

Gladiolus with rich raspberry color of buds become a bright accent of any flower bed.

Soul of Russia

A highly corrugated gladiolus grows up to 125 cm, the diameter of the bud is 13.5 cm. The color of the petals of the variety is light crimson, there is a large colorful yellow spot.

Vienna Symphony

Tall and powerful gladiolus of bright crimson color. Refers to medium fried varieties.

Anitra

Strongly corrugated gladiolus has a rich crimson color of the petals. Grows up to 140 cm, bud diameter - 7.5 cm.

Cherry tree

Early flowering variety, bud petals are painted in black-cherry color. There is a thin silver edging along the very edge.

Green palette

Gladiolus with large and medium flowers are presented in this category.

Radiant Greens

A variety of culture has a delicate light green color. The ear is strong, the petals are strongly corrugated.

Green Fairy

Slender flower with light green buds. The bottom is darker than the top. The flowers are super corrugated, with pinches in the throat.

Grass-Ant

On the peduncle of the plant, 21 buds are formed with petals of a pale green shade. It has an average flowering period and is undemanding to care.

Green cockatoo

The variety has unusual flowers of a pale lemon hue with a raspberry spot. In total, 23 buds are formed on the culture.

Our garden

A low variety, not exceeding 135 cm. 23 flowers of bright lemon color are formed on a hardy and strong ear.

Peacock Feather

Petals of the plant resemble a peacock's tail, characterized by strong corrugation. 21 buds are formed on the spike-shaped inflorescence.

Lilac and purple gladioli

Among this range of colors, every gardener will be able to choose a variety that meets his requirements.

Aphrodite

Strongly corrugated flowers have a delicate lilac color. In total, there are 22 buds in one ear.

Divine Serenade

Graceful and unique corrugation is the calling card of the variety. The petals of the buds have a crimson-lilac-smoky hue.

Gladiolus with brown and smoky gray flowers

Cultures with this color of petals are rare guests in gardeners' plots, but they can become the main decoration of a flower bed.

Brown chalcedony

Gladiolus with a dark and rich chestnut shade of petals, the color turns to purple-chocolate towards the edges. The core has a soft apricot glow.

Silver Creek

Exotic flower with petals of a smoky-brown-ash color with a silver sheen. This distinguishes it from other varieties of decorative culture. Spike inflorescence strong and slender.

Ancient Magic

The following features are indicated in the description of the culture:

1. The smoky ash brown hue of the petals immediately draws attention to the flower.
2. It is grown both as an independent plant and in flowerbeds with other crops.
3. A creamy light green stripe runs along the edge.

Salmon varieties

In the salmon bud plant category, the following varieties are popular.

Grand Duchess Elizabeth

The petals are painted in a delicate salmon color, on the lower there is a spot of a light golden tone. The flowers have a strong corrugation and high density.

Pippi

The color of the plant is rich salmon. On the lower petal there is a spot of cherry tone in a green-yellow frame.

Cook

Petals are painted pink-salmon-salmon. The corrugation of the flowers is insignificant, they have a silky texture to the touch.

Jo Ann

The delicate salmon shade of the petals thickens towards the edges. There is a spot of golden tone on the bottom.

Blue, purple and light blue

The following species are popular with gardeners.

Admiral Ushakov

Before acquiring a culture, study its distinctive features:

1. A powerful plant characterized by a long inflorescence.
2. Petals deep blue, sometimes blue-violet.
3. Attracts gardeners with strong corrugation.

Gates of Heaven

Short description:

1. Blue-purple buds have lightening in the throat area.
2. The lower petals are more saturated.
3. Flowers are tightly packed in spike-shaped inflorescence.

Ultraviolet

Description:

1. Petals of a huge dark purple gladiolus are super corrugated.
2. Double-row type inflorescence densely packed with flowers.

Short gladioli

Low crops are beneficial because they are ideal for making bouquets. The most popular include:

• Peach blossom;
• Nymph;
• Robinetta;
• Bow Peep;
• Spitfire;
• Greenbird.

When choosing a variety for planting, take into account the requirements for the climate and the place of cultivation.

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