How to grow and care for Gladiolus gandavensis
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Gladiolus gandavensis
Gladiolus gandavensis 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
18C° ~25C°
Every 7 days
water
How to water Gladiolus gandavensis
How often should I water?
check Gladiolus gandavensis Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Gladiolus gandavensis need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Gladiolus gandavensis likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-22
-22~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
18~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Gladiolus gandavensis at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Gladiolus gandavensis prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Lifespan | Perennial |
Habitat | Africa |
Is Gladiolus gandavensis toxic?
Gladiolus gandavensis is dangerous to Cat, Hamster, Dog
Cat
Hamster
Dog
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