Italian Gladiolus (Gladiolus italicus)
Gladiolus italicus, commonly known as Italian Gladiolus, is a cormous herb with spikes of pink to purple flowers, often found in disturbed soils.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate watering during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.
Moderate watering during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Tolerates cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor
Feed during growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Flower Size
3-4 cm
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyIridaceae
- genusGladiolus
- speciesGladiolus italicus
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.