{"product_id":"gladioli-orange-10-bulbs","title":"Gladioli - Orange - 10 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRadiant Orange Gladioli: Bring a Burst of South African Sunshine to Your Garden\u003c\/b\u003e 🧡☀️\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine your garden ablaze with the vibrant, fiery hues of these magnificent orange gladioli! ✨ Known as the 'Sword Lily' for their majestic, upright blooms, these beauties are more than just a flower; they are a statement of warmth, energy, and pure joy. Perfect for adding a dramatic vertical element to your flower beds or creating breathtaking cut flower arrangements that will truly mesmerise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy These Orange Gladioli Will Transform Your Garden:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDazzling Colour Impact:\u003c\/b\u003e Each bloom unfurls in a rich, captivating orange, bringing an instant burst of South African sunshine and warmth to any landscape. They truly glow!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArchitectural Elegance:\u003c\/b\u003e Their tall, stately spikes provide incredible structure and height, guiding the eye upwards and adding depth to your garden design. Create a truly impressive display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEffortless Beauty:\u003c\/b\u003e These gladioli are surprisingly easy to grow, rewarding you with abundant blooms year after year. Feel the satisfaction of a thriving garden with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for Cutting:\u003c\/b\u003e Their long-lasting blooms make them an absolute dream for spectacular indoor arrangements. Brighten your home with fresh, vibrant bouquets that radiate happiness!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultivating Your Orange Gladioli – A South African Gardener's Guide:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Perfection:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant your gladioli corms from late winter to early summer (August to December in South Africa) for a spectacular display throughout our warmer months. Stagger your plantings every two weeks for a continuous show of colour!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSun-Kissed \u0026amp; Happy:\u003c\/b\u003e Gladioli thrive in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce their most prolific and vibrant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuench Their Thirst:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells and when they are actively flowering. Deep, regular watering encourages strong growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil Sweet Spot:\u003c\/b\u003e They prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. If your soil is heavy clay, amend it with compost to improve drainage and aeration. A happy root means a happy bloom!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport Their Stature:\u003c\/b\u003e Taller varieties may appreciate staking to prevent their magnificent flower spikes from toppling over in strong winds or heavy rain. Protect your investment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeel the Pride, Experience the Joy!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnvision neighbours admiring your stunning garden, friends commenting on your exquisite floral arrangements, and the pure delight of walking through a space bursting with such vibrant life. These orange gladioli aren't just plants; they are an investment in beauty, joy, and the undeniable satisfaction of a garden that truly shines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Iridaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e: gladioli, sword lily, glads \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time\u003c\/strong\u003e: September – December\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time\u003c\/strong\u003e: November - February\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive growth\u003c\/strong\u003e: December - April\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant\u003c\/strong\u003e: May – August\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifting time\u003c\/strong\u003e: July\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3cm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15cm apart\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGladioli look magnificent towards the back of a mixed perennial border. Groups of about 25 look best, although groups of 10 in single colours also make a bold statement. The soil should first be loosened to a depth of 20 cm. Hybrid gladioli like a compost-rich soil mix and need a full sun position to thrive. If they are planted where wind is a problem, they will need staking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatering is very important and you must not allow the sub-soil to dry out. If you notice any harmful insects or fungal rust then you can treat it by spraying with an appropriate fungal spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor best results, feed with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967968927941,"sku":"5003031112P-86","price":99.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/gladioli-jaqi-orange_c0cb9d46-b476-4277-ab0d-929b74daad82.jpg?v=1775656401","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/gladioli-orange-10-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}