| Common Name | Sword Lily |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybrid |
| Variety | Flevo Souvenir |
| Origin | South Africa / Cultivated Hybrid |
| Blooming | Summer flowering corm, produces spikes in mid-summer. |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to blue-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained sandy loam or potting mix with perlite for drainage.
Keep moist during growth phase, reduce watering after flowering to prevent rot during dormancy.
Full sun exposure required for strong stems and vibrant flowers; avoid shade.
Apply balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth period until foliage dies back.
Cut flower spikes when lower florets open; remove faded blooms and dead leaves timely.
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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