Gladiolus dalenii Boone Mongolia they have thrived through 3

they have thrived through 3 consecutive weeks of above 100 degrees F heat and humidity in full sun

bananas and petunias as a bedding scheme

Jasminum officinale

The flowers of 'Hot Papaya' coneflower emerge orange but quickly change to a brilliant scarlet red

and you simply can't resist

Gladiolus dalenii Boone Mongolia they have thrived through 3This amazing Gladiolus dalenii hybrid was introduced to the market by the former Holbrook Nursery in NC after it was discovered in the frigid mountain town of Boone, NC, by extension agent Jeff Owen. The 4' tall stalks open in early June (NC) with medium sized flowers of peachy apricot, highlighted by a yellow center and red streaked throat attractive to hummingbirds. Although we list this as Zone 6, we have heard many reports of Zone 5 hardiness.