How to plant gladiolus? Planting time and method

Gladiolus planting time

The suitable time to plant gladiolus is in spring every year, specifically between March and late April, because the temperature and climate at this time are more suitable for the growth of gladiolus, and the survival rate of planting will be relatively high.

Gladiolus planting method

The best soil for planting gladiolus is well-drained sandy soil. Before planting the gladiolus bulbs, you can peel off the surface membrane, which is conducive to rooting, and then soak them in a carbendazim solution for about 20-30 minutes.

Take out the soaked gladiolus bulbs and dry them, then sow them in the dug holes and cover them with 5 to 10 centimeters of soil. Generally, the larger the bulbs, the deeper they should be planted.

How to plant the gladiolus I just bought

Check the bulbs : Usually the gladioluses you just bought are in the form of bulbs. You should first carefully check the condition of the bulbs to see if there are any signs of damage on the outside, whether they are full and plump, and especially to see if they are infected with pests and diseases, which should be dealt with in advance.

Breaking dormancy : If the bulbs you bought are not in the growth period, you have to break their dormancy yourself. You should first place them in a high temperature environment, about 35 degrees, for about half a month.

Seedling slowing treatment : If the plant you buy is growing, you must first trim the roots and cut off the old and dead roots. The wounds must also be disinfected and dried to avoid infection.

How to grow gladiolus quickly

Soil : If you want gladiolus to grow fast, you need to plant it in nutrient-rich cultivation soil, and the soil must also have good permeability.

Light : Gladiolus likes plenty of sunlight, so the plant should be given sufficient light during maintenance, but it should be slightly shaded when the sunlight is strong.

Humidity : Gladiolus likes to grow in a slightly humid environment, so only by keeping the soil moist during cultivation can the plant grow faster, but the water should not be too much.

Pest and disease control : Gladiolus is easily infected by pests and diseases, common ones are mosaic disease, dry rot, and leaf spot. They must be dealt with in a timely manner in the early stages of the disease, otherwise the disease will worsen.

Things to note when growing gladiolus in pots

1. When growing gladiolus in potted plants, be careful not to let the soil remain moist for a long time. Otherwise, poor drainage of the soil may cause the plant to rot and affect its growth.

2. When cultivating gladiolus in potted plants, long daylight must be ensured before flower bud differentiation. This is beneficial to the differentiation of flower buds of the plant. If there is insufficient light during the growth process, the number of flowers will be reduced.