How to Propagate and Grow
Spring Flowering Gladiolus
Gladiolus originate from Europe, The Middle East and Africa and are a genus of cormous spring, summer and autumn flowering bulbs with a large species of over one hundred and eighty.
Leaves are long, basal and erect.
Flowers are borne on one side of an upright spike and are densley packed.
Genus: Gladiolus
Family: Iridaceae
Species: G. carneus
Common Names: Sword Lily.
Classification: Corm.
Height: 40cm (16inches).
Flowering: Winter through spring.
Usage: They are ideal for spring flowering borders or beds.
They are excellent as cut flowers.
Site: Grow them in partial shade.
They need shade from winds and may need staking.
Soil: Any rich and free draining soil.
Propagation Methods: By division in early spring.
By cormlets in late winter, early spring.
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