Gladioli Mirella is a vibrant hardy nanus variety, producing striking red-orange flowers that bring bold colour and elegance to summer gardens. Flowering from July through to September, this compact gladiolus is ideal for adding brightness to borders while also providing excellent stems for cut flower arrangements.

With a shorter, sturdier growth habit than traditional gladioli, Mirella is more wind-resistant and well suited to exposed gardens. Its vivid blooms and reliable performance make it a favourite for both decorative planting and home-grown floral displays.

Key Features
✓ Hardy nanus gladioli variety
✓ Bright red-orange flowers
✓ Excellent for cut flowers
✓ Compact, sturdy growth habit
✓ Flowers from mid to late summer
✓ Ideal for borders and containers

Size
✓ Flowering height: approx. 60cm (24 inches)
✓ Compact gladiolus variety

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: March onwards
✓ Position: full sun, sheltered from strong winds
✓ Soil: well-drained, moisture-retentive soil
✓ Planting depth: approx. 10cm (4 inches)
✓ Spacing: approx. 10cm (4 inches) apart
✓ For continuous flowering, plant in succession from April to June

Successional planting ensures a steady display of flowers from summer into early autumn.

Aftercare
Water regularly during dry spells, especially while flower spikes are developing. Deadhead spent blooms to keep plants tidy and encourage strong growth. Hardy nanus varieties may be left in the ground in milder areas, but lifting and storing corms over winter is recommended in colder or wetter conditions.