Garden Gladiolus
Gladiolus x hortulanus
Garden Gladiolus is part of the Gladiolus genus and its scientific name is Gladiolus x hortulanus.
A very popular species of Gladiolus, x hortulanus produces tall striking displays of flowers which are excellent when cut. Great for planting in groups for splashes of vibrant colour in the garden, or alternatively they make a great container plant.
This plant is toxic to pets. 1
Garden Gladiolus grows as a perennial and is a flower. Being a perennial plant, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Garden Gladiolus is known for its erect habit and growing to a height of approximately 1.52 metres (4.94 feet). This plant tends to bloom in mid summer, followed by first harvests in mid summer. Try planting Garden Gladiolus if you'd like to attract bees to your garden.South Africa is believed to be where Garden Gladiolus originates from.
Garden Gladiolus is known to be toxic to humans and/or animals, so be careful where you position and how you handle this plant.
Typically, Garden Gladiolus is normally fairly low maintenance and can thus be quite easy to grow - only a basic level of care is required throughout the year to ensure it thrives. Being aware of the basic growing conditions this plant likes (soil, sun and water) will result in a strong and vibrant plant.
This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Garden Gladiolus have been kindly provided by our members.
How to grow Garden Gladiolus
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Full Sun
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Medium
Too much nitrogen will cause plant to not set flowers.
Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Zone 8 to 10 are typically the USDA Hardiness Zones that are appropriate for this plant (although this can vary based on your microclimate). Garden Gladiolus requires a soil ph of 6.7 - 7.0 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - neutral soil. Keep in mind when planting that Garden Gladiolus is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures.Growing Garden Gladiolus from seed
Plant corms in spring as soon as ground is workable.
Transplanting Garden Gladiolus
In colder climates corms will need to be dug up and stored, or treat plants as an annual.
Companion plants for Garden Gladiolus
These plants have been known to grow well alongside Garden Gladiolus so consider planting:
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Garden Gladiolus loves Melampodium
Good interplanting candidate.
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Garden Gladiolus loves Busy lizzie
Good for interplanting.
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Garden Gladiolus loves Gomphrena
Good interplanting candidate
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Garden Gladiolus loves Common zinnia
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Garden Gladiolus loves Angelonia
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Garden Gladiolus loves Pentas
Repellent plants for Garden Gladiolus
These plants will not grow well with Garden Gladiolus so avoid planting these within close proximity:
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Garden Gladiolus hates Pea
Common Garden Gladiolus problems
These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Garden Gladiolus plants:
Garden Gladiolus Etymology
From Latin: “a sword” referring to the long shapes.
Other names for Garden Gladiolus
Gladiola, Hybrid Gladiola, Sword lily, Corn flag, Gladioli, Gladioluses, Gladiolas, Gladdies, Glad, Glads
Gladiolar, Gladiolor
Misspellings: gladoliuos, Iridceae gladiolus hortulanus
Latest Garden Gladiolus Reviews
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04 Mar 2013
Kevalsha's Garden Gladiolous was
Reviewed day 353
I am in Zone 9 the bulbs were left in the ground. The ones in the back garden where they get dappled sun are strongly growing already. In the front with full sun they are just starting to sprout.
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