| Common Name | Sword Lily |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Amsterdam |
| Origin | South Africa / Netherlands |
| Blooming | Summer, produces flower spikes on tall stalks |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam rich in organic matter
Keep soil moist during growth, reduce after flowering. Avoid waterlogging corms.
Requires full sun exposure for optimal height and bloom intensity
Apply balanced fertilizer at planting and when flower spikes emerge
Remove spent blooms to encourage further flowering; cut foliage back after yellowing for dormancy
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