| Common Name | Garden Gladiolus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Gladiolus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Vivaldi |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, tall flower spikes in pink, red or orange tones |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Blue-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite, pH 6.0-7.5
Water regularly during active growth phase to keep soil moist but not waterlogged; reduce after foliage yellows
Requires full sun exposure (minimum 6 hours daily) for strong stems and bloom coloration
Apply balanced fertilizer at planting, repeat when flower spikes emerge; avoid high nitrogen late season
Deadhead spent flowers on the spike; cut foliage to ground level after yellowing for corm 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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