{"product_id":"gladioli-white-10-bulbs","title":"Gladioli - White - 10 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePure White Gladioli: Elegance for Your South African Garden\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a crisp, clean statement in your garden, radiating purity and sophistication. Our Pure White Gladioli deliver exactly that, transforming any space into a breathtaking display. These aren't just flowers; they're an experience, designed to bring joy and a touch of serene beauty to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Pure White Gladioli?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese magnificent blooms are a gardener's delight, offering effortless elegance and stunning visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrikingly Pure White:\u003c\/b\u003e Each bloom unfolds in a pristine, brilliant white, a truly sought-after shade that complements any colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTall and Graceful Spikes:\u003c\/b\u003e Gladioli stand proud and tall, creating a dramatic vertical element in your flower beds or arrangements. Their impressive height adds depth and structure to your garden design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLong-Lasting Cut Flowers:\u003c\/b\u003e Bring the beauty indoors! These gladioli are superb as cut flowers, gracing your vases with their stately presence for days on end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReliable \u0026amp; Easy to Grow:\u003c\/b\u003e Even if you're new to gardening, you'll find success with these resilient beauties. They thrive with minimal fuss, rewarding you with abundant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivating Serenity: Your Guide to Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating your own glorious display is simpler than you think. Our Pure White Gladioli are well-suited to the South African climate, bringing their stunning charm to your garden with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌞 Light Conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant your corms in a spot that receives full sun – at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal. This ensures the strongest stems and the most vibrant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e💧 Watering Wisdom:\u003c\/b\u003e Gladioli prefer consistently moist soil, especially during their active growing and flowering periods. Water deeply and regularly, but avoid waterlogging. In the hotter South African months, you might need to water more frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌱 Soil Perfection:\u003c\/b\u003e These beauties flourish in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is perfect. Amending heavy clay soils with compost or sand will ensure optimal drainage and root health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptimal Planting Time in SA:\u003c\/b\u003e In South Africa, you can plant gladioli corms from late winter (August) through to late spring (November) for a succession of blooms throughout the summer and autumn. For continuous flowering, plant corms every two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupport for Stems:\u003c\/b\u003e Taller varieties, like these, may benefit from staking to prevent their magnificent flower spikes from toppling over, especially in windy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeel the Difference a Gladiolus Makes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine waking up to the sight of these pristine white towers gracing your garden, a symbol of purity and new beginnings. Picture the compliments from friends and family as they admire your stunning floral arrangements. Feel the pride of cultivating such exquisite beauty with ease. Our Pure White Gladioli don't just fill a space; they fill your heart with joy and your home with an undeniable sense of elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \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":45967969091781,"sku":"5001011112P-80","price":99.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/glad-white-single.jpg?v=1775656407","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/gladioli-white-10-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}