Gladiolus
Flowers
Beginner
Tender perennial

Gladiolus

Gladiolus × hortulanus

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About Plant: Gladiolus

Tall dramatic flower spikes grown from corms, excellent for succession planting and bouquets.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilWell-drained (6.0–6.5)
Spacing6 inches
Height3–5 feet
Time to Harvest70-100
Planting DepthPlant corm 4–6 inches deep
Germination TimeGrown from corms

Expert Growing Tips

Plant small batches every two weeks in late spring for a longer cutting season.