Gladiolus Casablanca

Sword Lily Casablanca

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Tall cormous perennial with spikes of large white trumpet flowers and yellow throats, ideal for cut gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sword Lily Casablanca
Family Iridaceae
Genus Gladiolus
Species Hybridus
Variety Casablanca
Origin Hybrid
Blooming Summer, tall flower spikes emerge late summer
Leaf Color Blue-green strap-like leaves
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 enriched with compost, high drainage essential to prevent rot

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Watering

Regular watering during active growth and blooming, reduce significantly after foliage yellows

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal flowering, at least 6 hours direct light daily

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during growth phase, high phosphorus boost before bloom

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Pruning

Cut spent flower spikes to stem base, remove dead leaves, lift corms in autumn for winter storage

Pest Control Aphid Botrytis Blight Slug 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 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
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)
10000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 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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