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Cultivars to Select<\/h2>\n

The most popular choices for the home gardener are hybrids typically classified as\u00a0G. <\/em>\u00d7\u00a0hortulanus.<\/em><\/p>\n

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These are divided into three main groups, all with an extensive range of flower colors.<\/p>\n

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  • Grandiflora hybrids, G. grandiflora<\/em>, produce large, funnel-shaped and ruffled blooms four to six inches wide on tall spikes three to six feet tall with up to 30 flowers per scape.<\/li>\n
  • Nanus hybrids are miniature varieties with small, trumpet-like blooms three inches wide on scapes that grow up to two feet tall.<\/li>\n
  • Primulinus hybrids, G. dalenii<\/em>, have loose, hooded flowers two to three inches wide on scapes up to three feet tall and often feature contrasting throat blotches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Dwarf varieties typically grow in the range of 12 to 36 inches tall and make a handsome, upright choice for containers.<\/p>\n

    Nanus types are popular miniature varieties with soft, pastel colors on scapes that grow up to 24 inches tall.<\/p>\n

    They also have better cold hardiness than standard varieties and are suitable for cultivation in Zones 5 to 10.<\/p>\n

    Here are some varieties to consider:<\/p>\n

    Charming Lady<\/h3>\n

    \u2018Charming Lady\u2019 is a nanus type with beautiful, bubblegum pink blooms.<\/p>\n

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    You can find \u2018Charming Lady\u2019 corms available in packets of 10 at Burpee<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Hardy Dwarf Mix<\/h3>\n

    If you prefer a mix of colors, the Hardy Dwarf Mix features a selection of nanus types with pretty flowers in cream, peach, and pink.<\/p>\n

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    Hardy Dwarf Mix<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

    It\u2019s available in packets of 20, 40, or 100 bulbs at Eden Brothers<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Glamini<\/h3>\n

    The Glamini\u00ae series (G. grandiflorus<\/em>) is a handsome choice for containers as plants grow up to 24 inches tall and are hardy in Zones 7 to 10.<\/p>\n

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    Glamini Mix<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

    The Glamini\u00ae Mix offers beautiful blooms in colors of burgundy, pale pink, purple, scarlet, and buttery yellow.<\/p>\n

    Packets of 24 bulbs are available at Burpee<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Container Choices<\/h2>\n

    If you opt to grow dwarf varieties that top out in the range of 12 to 36 inches tall, pots with a minimum of 12 inches in diameter and height are suitable.<\/p>\n

    Standard varieties grow much taller, and these need taller pots for a couple of reasons.<\/p>\n

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    The first is that shallow pots make it too easy to overwater the corms, which can lead to root rot and bulb collapse.<\/p>\n

    Another reason is that taller pots are needed to balance the impressive height, which can look top-heavy in small vessels.<\/p>\n

    For a visually pleasing look, aim to use containers that are roughly one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half times shorter than the mature plants.<\/p>\n

    For example, if your plants grow five to six feet tall, choose a pot that\u2019s in the range of 18 to 30 inches in height.<\/p>\n

    This size helps to anchor the overall appearance and provides a satisfying, harmonious sightline.<\/p>\n

    Containers can be made of any type of material<\/a><\/strong> such as ceramic, fiberglass, hypertufa, terra cotta, or wood.<\/p>\n

    However, if you plan to overwinter bulbs in their pots, ensure the material can withstand the low temperatures your region experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n