| Common Name | Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Origin | South Africa & Mediterranean |
| Blooming | Summer flowering spikes, often used for cut flowers |
| Leaf Color | Bright green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter; add sand for drainage to prevent corm rot.
Water regularly during active growth and blooming; reduce watering once foliage yellows in autumn.
Requires full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal stem height and flower production.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks after emergence until buds form, then switch to high phosphorus.
Deadhead spent blooms immediately; cut stems for arrangements leaving at least 4 leaves on the corm.
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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