| Common Name | Red Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Fortuna Red |
| Origin | Southern Africa |
| Blooming | Summer flowering corm, cut flower specialist |
| Leaf Color | Gray-green, sword-shaped |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining fertile loam or sandy soil with high organic matter
Regular watering during active growth, keep moist but not waterlogged; reduce after flowering to dry before dormancy
Full sun required for optimal spike height and color intensity
Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and liquid feed every two weeks during spike emergence
Deadhead spent flowers immediately, cut stems to ground after first frost for winter storage
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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