February 20, 2009, Newsletter Issue #252: Gladiolus: Large Flowered Hybrids

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The familiar large flowering Gladiolus available in all colours except true blue and black.
Will easily grow to 4´ tall, depending on the variety. Excellent for cutting and general garden display.
Aspect: Full sun / semi shade. Soil Type: Well drained ordinary garden soil..
Plant 6" deep in groups of 5 or 7, from late March till May for blooming July till October.
In cold regions or if you want earlier flowers, pot up some corms in pots in the Glasshouse from February onwards and plant outdoors when all danger of frost is past in your area.

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