Please note:
These bulbs are pre-order items and are expected to be dispatched in the last week of August or the first week of September, weather permitting.
Our specialist growers carefully hold back stock until the bulbs have properly cured and are ready for immediate planting to ensure the best results in your garden.
In the unlikely event that a specific variety does not cure properly or is deemed non-viable by the farm, we will refund you for that portion of your order.
If you add pre-order items to your cart, your entire order will be held until those items are ready to ship. To receive in-stock items sooner, we recommend placing two separate orders.
Pure White Gladioli: Elegance for Your South African Garden
Imagine 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.
Why Choose Our Pure White Gladioli?
These magnificent blooms are a gardener's delight, offering effortless elegance and stunning visual impact.
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Strikingly Pure White: Each bloom unfolds in a pristine, brilliant white, a truly sought-after shade that complements any colour palette.
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Tall and Graceful Spikes: 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.
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Long-Lasting Cut Flowers: Bring the beauty indoors! These gladioli are superb as cut flowers, gracing your vases with their stately presence for days on end.
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Reliable & Easy to Grow: 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.
Cultivating Serenity: Your Guide to Growing
Creating 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.
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🌞 Light Conditions: 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.
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💧 Watering Wisdom: 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.
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🌱 Soil Perfection: 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.
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Optimal Planting Time in SA: 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.
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Support for Stems: Taller varieties, like these, may benefit from staking to prevent their magnificent flower spikes from toppling over, especially in windy conditions.
Feel the Difference a Gladiolus Makes
Imagine 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.
Family: Iridaceae
Common name: gladioli, sword lily, glads
Sun exposure: Full sun
Planting time: September December
Flowering time: November - February
Active growth: December - April
Dormant: May August
Lifting time: July
Type: Corm
Mature height: 100cm
Planting depth: 3cm deep
Plant spacing: 15cm apart
Watering: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes
Position and soil
Gladioli 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.
Further Care
Watering 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.
For best results, feed with Hadeco Bulb Food.
