| Common Name | Muriel's Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Murielae |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, tall flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | bright green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy loam or compost-rich soil with good drainage
Water regularly during active growth and blooming, reduce significantly after foliage dies back for dormancy
Requires full sun for best flowering; tolerate partial shade in very hot climates
Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and during bud formation, avoid excess nitrogen
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms; cut stems to ground in autumn before frost
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