Gladiolus 'Fidelio': Deep Purplish-Rose Glad Named for Beethoven's Opera

Gladiolus 'Fidelio' (1959) is a 3–4 foot glad with luminous deep purplish-rose flowers, named after Beethoven's joyous opera.

Noteworthy Features

Soft-lavender blossoms.

Culture & Propagation

Full sun to part shade, fertile well-drained soil. Treat as annuals or dig/store 6 weeks post-bloom. Sow seed at 59°F spring. Separate cormlets when dormant.

Problems

Corm rot, gray mold, viruses, aster yellows, spider mites, thrips, aphids.

Quick Reference

• Height: 3–6 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Growth Habit: Clumps
• Growth Pace: Moderate
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Moderate
• Bloom Time: Spring, summer
• Flower Color: Purple
• Uses: Beds, borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens