A detailed explanation of the characteristics of gladiolus, giving you a comprehensive understanding
Gladiolus has a fascinating charm, and many people in the West regard it as a symbol of joy, celebration, and harmony. It is indispensable among the gift flowers presented at weddings, banquets, or mutual visits by celebrities.
Other names for gladiolus
Changlan, sword lily, flat bamboo lotus, shiyangjin, shisan taibao.
Growth habits of gladiolus
Gladiolus is a plant that likes warmth, and excessively high temperatures are unfavorable to 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. A sunny environment is conducive to flower bud differentiation, and insufficient light will also reduce the number of flowers. However, after flower bud differentiation, short-day conditions are conducive to the formation of flower buds and earlier flowering.
Different flowering times of gladiolus correspond to different varieties. 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 planting soil for gladiolus is preferably 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, blessings and prosperity.
3. A tryst, attentiveness.
For more professional agricultural science and technology information, please scan the QR code to follow WeChat: NongXunNET
Please indicate the source when reprinting.