Monday, 30 January 2017

Gladiolus Flowers Bulbs Plantation Growing & Care.


Gladiolus is is a perennial flower.It has many different beautiful coloured. Gladiolus is grown between 2 to 6.This plant is very easy to grow and also attracted by butterflies and birds.

Gladiolus plants grow wonderfully in the warm weather of summer.
Gladiolus, one of the most popular ornamental flowers, stands for strength and moral integrity.  

The best time to plant gladiolus would be spring. When the soil is good enough to plant sweet bulb. The plant prefers warm soil, so need to start the planting process in mid-May. Gladiolus comes in a variety of colours. So do choose as per the climate.


Plantation guide


Plant the gladiolus bulbs in the spring once the soil has warmed.

Ready your garden by using a garden fork or tiller and loosen the soil to about 12 to 15 inches deep.

After loosening the soil, mix in a 2– to 4–inch layer of compost.

Set the bulb in the hole about 4 inches deep with the pointed end facing up. Cover with soil.
Space the corms 3 to 6 inches apart. Water the corms thoroughly.
Gladioli like well-drained, light soil and full sun.

It takes about 80 to  100 days from the time gladioli are planted to root, grow, bloom, and store enough energy for the next season.







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IMPORTANT WATERING USE: Use watering can for watering. By moving the water stream constantly waves the can. Do not let the water to flood area. Or use sprayer to spray the water like mist






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