Garden Gladiolus 'Black Walnut'

Gladiolus x hortulanus

How to grow Garden Gladiolus 'Black Walnut'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Black Walnut is thought of as half hardy, so it will require protection in frosts and low temperatures. Try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.7 and 7.0 as Black Walnut likes to be in weakly acidic soil - neutral soil.

Growing Black Walnut from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 4.29 inches (11.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 7.02 inches (18.0 cm) between Garden Gladiolus plants.

Transplanting Black Walnut

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 2°C / 36°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Black Walnut is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Black Walnut

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.