Gladiolus gracilis Family: Iridaceae Common Name(s): Sword Lily Grown by: Don Mahoney, Richmond gladi - sword olus - small gracilis - small or graceful A graceful sword lily, indeed, brought in by Dr. Don Mahoney who gardens in Richmond, CA, and tells us that this is an early spring late winter? bloomer and natively goes dry and dormant in the summer. It slowly spreads to form a gentle clump about 8” wide and 18” tall. It’s light fragrance is best appreciated on warm, sunny days. Photo by Steve Morse