Gladiolus papilio ‘Ruby’ is a distinctive and hardy perennial gladiolus, prized for its hooded, deep dusky ruby red flowers that bloom from July to August. Reaching 12m in height, this elegant variety adds vertical drama and rich colour to summer borders.

Its graceful sword-like leaves and strong stems make it ideal for cutting gardens or naturalistic planting schemes. Unlike many traditional gladioli, ‘Ruby’ is reliably hardy, returning year after year with minimal care.