| Common Name | Carthago Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybrid |
| Variety | Carthago |
| Origin | Cultivar (South African lineage) |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, depends on planting schedule |
| Leaf Color | Bright green, linear and sword-shaped |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Deep, fertile and well-drained loam with pH 6.0-7.0; avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.
Water regularly during active growth and flowering period; reduce significantly after foliage dies back to prevent corm rot.
Full sun exposure is critical for strong stems and optimal flower color intensity.
Apply slow-release bulb fertilizer at planting; feed every 2 weeks with liquid fertilizer once shoots reach 10cm height.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage energy into the corm; cut stems to ground after foliage yellows before winter.
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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