| Common Name | Sword Lily, Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Velvet Eyes |
| Origin | South Africa / Cultivated Hybrid |
| Blooming | Summer, produces tall flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained loamy soil with good organic matter and pH 6.0-7.0.
Regular watering during active growth and blooming, reduce after flowers fade to allow dormancy.
Full sun exposure required for best flowering, at least 6 hours daily direct light.
Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and again when spikes emerge.
Cut spent flower stalks down to the base; lift corms in cold climates for storage.
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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