| Common Name | Sword Lily 'Fado' |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Fado |
| Origin | Netherlands (Hybrid) |
| Blooming | Summer flowering, prominent vertical spikes. |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green glaucous leaves. |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam, rich in organic matter.
Water regularly during active growth, reduce after blooming to prevent corm rot.
Requires full sun exposure for robust growth and flowering.
Apply balanced bulb feed at planting and monthly during growth phase.
Deadhead spent blooms, cut stems for arrangements before full open.
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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