sword lily 'Evergreen' · Pruning

sword lily 'Evergreen' · Gladiolus 'Evergreen'

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, planting the corms 15cm deep in spring, on a bed of sharp sand to aid drainage; in frost-prone areas, lift when the leaves turn yellow-brown, and store the new corms in a dry, frost-free place until the following spring; in milder areas, add a thick dry mulch over winter

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during growth; provide deep weekly watering in dry spells.Sunlight: Full sunOrnamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]