| Common Name | Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybrid |
| Variety | Route du Soleil |
| Origin | Cultivated Hybrid (South African ancestry) |
| Blooming | Summer, tall flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green (glaucescent) |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained loamy soil; corms rot in waterlogged conditions
Regular watering during active growth, reduce significantly after flowering to allow dormancy
Full sun required for optimal growth and flowering intensity, tolerates light afternoon shade
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer bi-weekly during growth; high potassium before bloom
Remove spent flower spikes, cut foliage only when fully yellowed
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