| Common Name | Sword Lily |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Solvarino |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer flowering, tall spikes in late summer |
| Leaf Color | Green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained loamy soil with compost; avoid waterlogging to prevent corm rot
Water regularly during active growth and bloom, reduce watering after flowering until dormancy
Requires full sun for best flowering, tolerates light shade in very hot climates
Apply balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during growth phase; high potassium before blooming
Deadhead spent flowers to prevent seed set, cut back foliage once yellowed in autumn
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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