Gladiolus / Sword Lilies

Sword lily is a genus of flowering bulbs in the Iridaceae (iris) family. The plant is distinguished by long, sword-shaped green leaves in upright fans and funnel-shaped flowers on slender stalks that open one at a time from bottom to top. The genus, which hails from Africa, Madagascar, and Eurasia, includes over 300 species in a range of flower colors.

Sword lilies prefer full to afternoon sun, protection from strong winds, and rich, well-drained soil; however, they will adapt to most soils except heavy clay. They thrive in damp borders so do not allow soils to dry out.

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Malik Raoulda ^club

Impeccable....!

3 years ago.

Jaap van 't Veen ^club

Wonderful floral close-up.

3 years ago.

Rosalyn Hilborne

It's beautiful and I have never had success in growing them.

3 years ago.

Peter_Private_Box ^club

Hi Dinesh
A very nice picture, which I like very much!
Great colours
Best Wishes, a nice weekend, and stay safe!!
Peter

3 years ago.

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