Bloomsz Gladiolus Gemstones Of The Garden Flower Bulb Blend, 25pk

Lovers of Gladiolus know that they make excellent cut flowers. Tall and stately, our Bloomsz Gladiolus Gemstones of the Garden Bulb Blend features some of the largest flowers in true gemstone shades. The lime green of peridot, the opalescent white of freshly fallen snow and the bluish-purple of amethyst delight the eye both outdoors and inside the home. Grow these beauties in your cutting garden or add them to the back of borders and beds where they'll sparkle like precious gems in the sunlight. Larger than average flowers. Excellent when grouped together in cut-flower arrangements. Naturally rabbit, deer and squirrel resistant. Prefer full sun.

Bloomsz Gladiolus Gemstones Of The Garden Bulb Blend, 25pk: Grows 36-60" tall Plant 6" apart Perennial in Zones 8-10; dig bulbs and store indoors in colder areas Growing instructions: select an area in the garden, a bed, or border that receives full sun and where the soil is sandy, well-drained, and rich in organic matter Gladiolus planted in straight rows tend to look like soldiers, which is perfect for a cutting garden However, for a more natural look they should be planted in holes that are round or oval shaped Dig a hole 8" deep and add bulb-boosting fertilizer following the directions on the package Compost may be added to enrich the soil if needed Cover the fertilizer/compost with 2" of soil and place the bulbs with the pointy end facing up 6" apart Gladiolus look best when 10-12 bulbs are planted in the same area Cover the bulbs with the remaining soil and water well Cover the area with 2" of mulch to keep the bulbs cool Gladiolus bloom 70-100 days after planting To enjoy flowering throughout the season, plant bulbs 2 weeks apart