Gladiolus Benvenuto

Gladiolus 'Benvenuto'

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Elegant bulbous perennial producing tall spikes of funnel-shaped flowers in warm tones. Sword-like leaves grow vertically. Ideal for cut flower arrangements and summer borders.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gladiolus 'Benvenuto'
Family Iridaceae
Genus Gladiolus
Species Gladiolus Hybridus
Variety Benvenuto
Origin South Africa
Blooming Summer flowering, corms produce distinct spikes
Leaf Color Glaucous green to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam with organic matter; corms rot in waterlogged soil

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth phase, reduce after flowering. Dry off completely during dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for robust blooming and strong stem development

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Fertilization

Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting; liquid feed every 2 weeks during rapid growth

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Pruning

Remove spent flower heads to prevent seed set; lift corms in autumn if overwintering indoors

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Thrip

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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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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