Gladiolus

Climate and soil

Gladioli are among the most beautiful flowers, blossoming from October to March in plains and during June to September in the hills.

Gladioli can be grown in a wide range of soils, light sandy to clay loam. It prefers sunny situation with pH between 5.5 - 6.5. If the soil is heavy, addition of river sand and charcoal improves the soil condition.

They grow well both in pot and in beds and the magnificent spikes brighten the garden and room as cut flower.

Last updated: 01-06-2008