Ideal for GARDEN and PLANTING
Ideal for GARDEN and PLANTING
Gladioli are popular summer- flowering plants. They are valued for their long flower spikes which are excellent as cut flowers. The individual flowers bloom successively from the base to the top of the spike. Gladioli normally bloom about 8 to 10 weeks after planting. Gladioli require little special care during the growing season. Water weekly during hot, dry weather. When cutting gladioli, leave at least 3 or 4 leaves at the base of the plant. Early morning is the best time to cut flowers.
1. Select an area with full sun
2. Dig a hole 3 inches (7,5 cm) deep
3. Place the bulb in the hole, with pointed side up
4. Space bulbs 6 inches (15 cm) apart
5. Cover with soil and water thoroughly
Plant in groups of 10 or more, in well-drained soil. Bulbs will benefit from a handful of compost added to the planting holes.
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