More about the plant below:
Gladiolus
category : bulbous
position : sun
height : 40-120 cm
wintering : room, 5-10 ° C
reaction soil : indifferent
preferences soil : fertile, humus, permeable
watering : medium
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : red, pink, purple, orange, yellow, green, white
shape : upright
period flowering : July-September
seed : -
reproduction:adventitious tubers
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : flower beds, balconies, cut flowers, terraces
pace of growth : fast
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Gladiolus are found wild in South Africa.In the second half of the 18th century, these plants found their way to Europe.large-flowered gladioli resulting from crossing. These varieties are available in almost all colors. Their flowering period is from July to August.
Gladiolus - developmental features
Gladioli reach a height of 100 to 125 cm. Leaves and flower stalks develop from the buds located on the tubers.The flowers are gathered together.The flowers at the bottom always open first.
Stand for the gladiolus
Plants grow best in full sun, in humus-rich, slightly sandy soil.
Planting gladiolus
Plant the tubers into the ground from the end of April to the beginning of May, to a depth of about 10 cm, at intervals of 10 to 20 cm.Remember to change the place of cultivation every year, because in the sterile soil, gladioli bloom only white.
Gladiolus - care
The tubers should be dug out of the ground after the first frosts and when the leaves are dry.One or more new tubers develop on the old tuber.The old, dead tuber should be carefully removed and the young tubers should be carefully collected.Store new tubers in a dry, dark, airy and cool (but frost-free) place.
Gladiolus - application
Large-flowered gladiolus varieties are very popular cut flower plants. In the bed, they can be grown in combination with colorful annuals.Gladiolus look very effective when grown along a fence.
Tip
Gladiolus should be supported. Sometimes it is good to plant them a little deeper, about 12 cm deep.
