Gladiolus Passos Bulbs

Gladiolus Passos Bulbs

Flower Bulbs
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Specifications

Plant Height : Grows Up To 90 To 120 cm

Flower Shape: Upright plant with long, sword-shaped, medium-green leaves and sturdy flower spikes

Colour : Large, funnel-shaped, gently ruffled flowers in lavender-purple to plum shades, with deep purple centres, red accents and darker purple streaks along the petal edges

Planting Time: March to April, September to December

Growing tip: Cut spikes when the lowest bud shows colour

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  • SOWING
    TIME

    Mar to Apr, Sept to Dec

  • Sowing
    Distance

    Plant to plant - 10 to 15 cms

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  • Days to
    maturity

    70 to 90 days

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Gladiolus Passos is a striking flowering gladiolus variety that adds colour, height and elegance to home gardens, flower beds and cut-flower arrangements. Gladiolus plants grow from underground corms and produce tall, upright flower spikes lined with showy, funnel-shaped blooms that open gradually from the bottom upwards. Their sword-shaped green leaves create a neat, upright appearance, while the tall flower stalks make them an attractive choice for garden borders and seasonal displays. Gladiolus Passos is valued for its ornamental flowers and is well suited to growing in sunny outdoor spaces with well-drained soil. The flower colour is an important variety-specific detail, so it should be confirmed against the supplier's original Passos bulb specification before being published; I would not want to assign an unverified colour to this cultivar.

Growing guide for Gladiolus Passos Bulbs

Planting instructions

Prepare the soil by loosening it to a depth of about 25–30 cm and mixing in well-rotted compost. Plant the bulbs, also called corms, pointed side up, about 10–15 cm deep in the ground and 10–15 cm apart. For containers, use a pot at least 35–40 cm deep and 30–35 cm wide, with drainage holes.

Growing Requirements

Pests

Gladiolus may be affected by thrips, aphids, slugs and snails. Avoid overwatering and poor drainage to prevent bulb rot and fungal diseases, and remove affected leaves promptly.

soil

Gladiolus grows best in fertile, loose, well-drained sandy loam soil rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of around 5.5–7.0 is suitable for healthy growth.

spot

Choose a sunny, sheltered spot that receives at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. A flower bed, garden border or spacious sunny patio is ideal, as the tall flower spikes may need support against strong winds.

temperature

A temperature range of around 15–25°C is suitable for healthy growth and flowering. Protect the bulbs from frost and avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat, especially when the plants are young.

watering

Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist during active growth. Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry, avoiding waterlogging, which can cause the bulbs to rot.

how to harvest

Cut the flower spike when the first one or two flowers at the bottom begin to open, preferably during the cooler hours of the day. Use clean, sharp scissors and place the stems in fresh water immediately to help keep the flowers looking fresh for longer.

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