• Grandiflorus
  • Perennial
  • Zones 7–10 (genus)
  • Purple
  • Single

Nori

Perennial grandiflorus gladiolus in purple and white, blooming in midsummer and late summer. Violet-blue to blue-purple blooms about 4 inches across with contrasting cream to white centers. USDA zones 7–10.

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At a glance

Flower form
Grandiflorus Single
Colors
  • Purple
  • White
Bicolor
Blooms
Midsummer, Late summer
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
4–5 ft (122–152 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
USDA zones 7–10 Perennial

Zones given for the genus, per NC State Extension; the sellers do not list zones for this variety.

Planted as
Corm
Botanical name
Gladiolus × hortulanus

In the garden

  • Hummingbirds
  • Seldom severely damaged by deer (Rutgers rating)

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Origin

Large-flowered gladiolus sold by American Meadows and K. van Bourgondien.

Sources

Where to buy

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Questions

Is Nori hardy in my zone?

Nori survives winter in the ground in USDA zones 7 to 10. In colder zones treat it as an annual or lift it before the ground freezes.

Does Nori need full sun?

Nori grows in full sun.

When does Nori bloom?

Nori blooms in midsummer and late summer.

Is Nori good for cutting?

Our sources don't list Nori as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.