Acidanthera callianthus
Family: Iridaceae
Common name: Abyssinian Gladiolus
4 1/2" Pot, 15/tray
This is a highly scented summer blooming bulb with white blooms and dark red/purple marking in the throat. Native of eastern tropical Africa. Blooms in August but worth the wait for the heavenly fragrance that continues until hard frost. Plant strategically near windows to really enjoy the scent on the evening breeze. The grassy foliage is attractive. (May need some staking.) Size: 2-4' Spacing: 18-24" Full sun to partial shade.
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