Souvenir

Gladiolus Souvenir is an eye-catching variety with large flowers of light raspberry-pink hue, adorned with creamy-yellow spots and a raspberry arrow. Flower size varies from 11.5 to 14 cm, giving the plant expressiveness and decorative appeal. This variety blooms in mid-season, providing a prolonged period of enjoyment with vibrant colors.

The plant features a sturdy, tall, and succulent stem, reaching heights of 110 to 130 cm, bearing a terminal panicle inflorescence with large tubular flowers. The gladiolus leaves are sword-shaped, flat, succulent, and stiff, measuring 50 to 70 cm in length, which adds additional decorative appeal and resilience to the plant. Blooming begins at the end of summer and continues until mid-September, making this variety an excellent choice for cutting and decorating interiors, wedding banquets, and other events.

For successful cultivation of Gladiolus Souvenir, bulbs should be planted at the end of April or beginning of May at a depth twice their height, with spacing between plants not less than 20 cm. Moist, soft, nutrient-rich, and well-drained soils are preferred. Regular feeding with granular or liquid fertilizers designed for flowering plants is necessary to maintain plant health and abundant blooming.