butterfly sword lily · Fertilizing

butterfly sword lily · Gladiolus papilio

Plant 10 to 16cm deep on a bed of sharp sand in fertile, well-drained soil. Lift when foliage dies back, discard old corms and store new corms in a dry frost-free place until planting in the spring. In milder areas a thick dry winter mulch may suffice

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunOrnamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]