What are the other names for gladiolus? Learn about its flower names in one article

Other Names for Gladiolus

Changlan, jianlan, bianzhulian, shiyangjin, shisantai bao.

Growing Habits of Gladiolus

Gladiolus is a plant that loves warmth, and excessively high temperatures are unfavorable for its growth. It is not cold-tolerant, and the most suitable temperature for growth is 20-25°C. The corms can sprout in an environment above 5°C.

Gladiolus is a typical long-day plant, and a sunny environment is beneficial for flower bud differentiation. Insufficient light will also reduce the number of flowers. However, after flower bud differentiation, short-day conditions are favorable for bud formation and earlier flowering.

Different varieties of gladiolus bloom at different times. For varieties that bloom in summer, the corms must be stored indoors over winter, and the indoor temperature must not be lower than 0°C.

The ideal soil for planting gladiolus is fertile sandy loam, slightly acidic. Gladiolus likes fertilizer, and an appropriate amount of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer can improve flower quality.

The Flower Language of Gladiolus

The flower language of gladiolus mainly has three meanings:

1. Represents feelings of remembrance.

2. Love, longevity, peace and health, prosperity and fortune.

3. Tryst, attentiveness.