waterfall gladiolus

Waterfall gladiolus (Gladiolus cardinalis) should be watered thoroughly and deeply once every 1 to 2 weeks throughout the growing season. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, so test the soil before watering to ensure the water pressure and temperature are appropriate. Avoid wetting the foliage when watering, as this can cause disease problems. The plants will need more frequent watering during periods of high heat to ensure their soil stays moist.

Waterfall gladiolus can grow in full sun, which means they will need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. This should be during the middle of the day, when the sunlight is strongest, usually between 10 am and 2 pm. During this time, you should give the waterfall gladiolus direct access to the sunlight, without any obstruction from shadows or trees. If you live in an area with particularly hot summers, you may want to water the gladiolus plants during the hottest part of the day to help them cool off.

Waterfall gladiolus should be pruned once a year in late winter or early spring, just before the new growth begins. Cut off any dried flower stalks, as well as any dead or damaged leaves near the base of the plant. Pruning should be done no earlier than late winter and no later than late spring to ensure that the next year’s blooms have enough time to develop. Care should be taken when pruning waterfall gladiolus, as cutting back the foliage too severely can reduce blooming the following season.