| Common Name | Sword Lily |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Grandiflorus |
| Variety | Grand Prix |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer flowering cormous plant |
| Leaf Color | Green, sword-shaped |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained fertile loam with organic matter and compost
Regular watering during growth and bloom cycle; reduce significantly after foliage dies back to prevent corm rot
Full sun required for best flowering, minimum 6 hours daily exposure
Balanced fertilizer at planting and liquid feed every two weeks during active growth and blooming
Remove spent flower spikes to encourage new blooms; cut foliage flat once yellowed before lifting or mulching
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