gladiolus

Water gladiolus deeply every 5-7 days, making sure to thoroughly soak the soil. It is best to water in the morning to allow the foliage to dry throughout the day. If your gladiolus is planted in a pot, make sure to also check the soil in the pot for moisture levels and adjust watering accordingly. If the soil is dry to the touch, lightly water the plant. It is important to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy.

Gladiolus 'Flevo Jive' enjoys full sunlight during the peak of the day when the sun is at its highest, usually in the late morning or early afternoon. It's best to give your 'Flevo Jive' between 6 to 8 hours of continuous, direct sunlight each day for optimal growth and health. This is particularly important in the spring and summer months when plants are actively growing and flowering. If you live in a sunny region, try to keep your 'Flevo Jive' in sun-filled spot to ensure it gets ample light. If you live in an area with less plentiful sunlight, it may be beneficial to move the plant to a location with more direct sun during the day.

Gladiolus 'Flevo Jive' usually requires pruning from late spring until early summer. Start by gently removing any faded blooms and then cutting faded flower stalks down to the base of the flower. Cut off any dead or overgrown leaves and stalks to keep the plant looking aesthetic. Prune the plant back by approximately 1-third of its size, leaving at least 1-third of the total stems and foliage intact. Remove any stems that are too weak and spindly or any that appear to be affected by disease or pests. This will help encourage and promote vigorous new growth. If your gladiolus is growing in a pot, remove any old dead foliage and lower leaves around the rim of the pot. Prune back the tops of the stems to keep the plant a manageable size. By doing a bit of pruning each year, your gladiolus ‘Flevo Jive’ should remain healthy and produce plenty of new blooms each season.