Bright Bonnet (Gladiolus Venustus) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gladiolus venustus is a showy, fragrant species with purple or pink and yellow flowers blooming in spring, adapted to arid winter-rainfall regions.

Bright Bonnet

Bright Bonnet

Gladiolus Venustus

Gladiolus venustus is a showy, fragrant species with purple or pink and yellow flowers blooming in spring, adapted to arid winter-rainfall regions.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, cut flower

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bright Bonnet

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Iridaceae
Genus:Gladiolus