| Common Name | Sword Lily |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybrid |
| Variety | Beaujour |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, tall flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | Green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam or potting mix with perlite
Water regularly during growth, allow soil to dry between sessions. Stop watering after foliage yellows.
Requires full sun exposure (6+ hours) for strong stems and blooms
Apply bulb fertilizer at planting and liquid feed every 2 weeks during active growth phase
Deadhead spent flowers; cut stems to ground level after frost or yellowing
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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