Gladiolus 'Guinea' Bi-Color Gladiolus Bulbs | Tall Sword Lily Pink White Summer Blooming

Add dramatic color and elegance to your summer garden with Gladiolus 'Guinea', a stunning bi-color Sword Lily prized for its vibrant blooms and towering flower spikes. Large blossoms feature rich shades of rosy pink accented by crisp white highlights, creating a striking display that stands out in garden beds, borders, and fresh-cut arrangements.

Blooming from mid to late summer, 'Guinea' produces sturdy stems lined with eye-catching flowers that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Its exceptional vase life and bold coloration make it a favorite among cut flower gardeners, floral designers, and pollinator enthusiasts.

Whether planted in mass groupings or paired with complementary perennials, Gladiolus 'Guinea' delivers weeks of vibrant summer color and graceful vertical interest.

Key Features

• Beautiful bi-color pink and white blooms
• Tall flower spikes ideal for cutting gardens
• Excellent vase life for bouquets and floral arrangements
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
• Thrives in full sun locations
• Easy-to-grow perennial bulb
• Perfect for cottage gardens and bouquet gardens
• Long-lasting summer blooms

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Gladiolus 'Guinea'
• Common Name: Sword Lily
• Plant Type: Perennial Bulb (Corm)
• Flower Color: Pink and White
• Foliage Color: Green
• Mature Height: 42–60 Inches
• Spread: 6–12 Inches
• Growth Habit: Upright Clumping
• Bloom Season: Mid to Late Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Water Needs: Average
• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil
• Hardiness Zones: 7–10 (Lift corms in colder climates)
• Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Pollinator Friendly, Long Blooming, Excellent Cut Flower

Garden Uses

Cut flower gardens
Cottage gardens
Pollinator gardens
Perennial borders
Mass plantings
Backyard bouquet gardens
Floral design gardens
Summer landscape accents

Companion Plants

Pair Gladiolus 'Guinea' with:

• Gladiolus White Prosperity
• Gladiolus Passos
• Gladiolus My Love
• Lavender
• Salvia
• Echinacea
• Shasta Daisy
• Ornamental Grasses

These companion plants create beautiful color harmony while extending seasonal interest.

Planting & Care

• Plant corms in spring after danger of frost has passed
• Plant 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart
• Select a sunny location with well-drained soil
• Water regularly during active growth
• Stake taller flower spikes if needed
• Remove spent flowers to maintain appearance
• Allow foliage to naturally die back after flowering
• Lift and store corms in winter in colder climates

For a longer bloom season, plant additional corms every two weeks through early summer.

Shipping Information

Plant Condition

• Ships as healthy bareroot corms ready for planting

Shipping Notes

• Orders begin shipping in MARCH
• Carefully packaged for secure delivery
• Free USPS Ground shipping on qualifying orders over $35
• Shipping schedules may be adjusted during extreme weather conditions

Care Guarantee

We guarantee healthy bulbs upon arrival. If your order arrives damaged, contact us within 48 hours with photos of the plant and packaging for a replacement or refund.