| Common Name | Sword Lily 'Mon Amour' |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | X Hortulanus |
| Variety | Mon Amour |
| Origin | Mediterranean / Hybrid |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, July-September (Northern Hemisphere) |
| Leaf Color | Grass-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained, fertile sandy loam rich in organic matter. Ensure good drainage to prevent corm rot.
Regular watering during active growth and flowering phases. Reduce water after foliage dies back to protect dormant corms from rot.
Full sun required for optimal blooms (6+ hours daily). Tolerates partial shade but may produce fewer flowers.
Apply balanced fertilizer at planting and again when flower spikes emerge. High potassium promotes strong blooms.
Cut spent flowers immediately to encourage side shoots. After frost, lift corms for storage in cool, dry places.
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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