Peacock Flower, Abyssinian gladiolus

Frost Tolerance: Lift the bulbs in the fall and keep them in a relatively warm place - 55-68 °F (13-20°C), not too dry

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Ethiopia

Growth Habits: Erect bulb perennial, 2 to 3 feet tall (60-90 cm); flat round brown corms, similar to Gladiolus, although thicker; sword shaped leaves, up to 3 feet long (90 cm)

Watering Needs: Regular water when plant is growing, less when the plant starts blooming, needs good drainage

Propagation: Cormlets, seeds

Blooming Habits:
Fragrant, white flowers with burgundy centers, in groups of 3 to 6 flowers, each 3 inches in diameter (7.5 cm), in mid-summer, good as cut flowers.

Culture:
Plant 3 to 5 inches deep (8-12 cm), 5 to 8 inches apart (12-20 cm) in the spring.