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Barcelona - Gladioli - Bulb - Gladiolus Grandiflorus – Deep Velvet Red Blooms

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Barcelona - Gladioli - Bulb - Gladiolus Grandiflorus – Deep Velvet Red Blooms - Oldboy&

Description

Add a touch of drama and elegance to your garden with Barcelona Gladiolus. This striking variety features deep velvet red, slightly ruffled blooms that make a bold statement in any outdoor space. The tall, sturdy spikes are perfect for garden beds and cut flower arrangements, bringing vibrant beauty indoors.

🌿 Features

  • Botanical Name: Gladiolus grandiflorus

  • Colour: Deep velvet red

  • Height: 100–150 cm

  • Sun Exposure: Full sun to semi-shade

  • Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6–6.5

  • Climate Zones: Zones 1–4 – suitable for Australian regions

  • Water-Wise: Yes – moderate watering during growth

  • Frost Tolerance: Not frost-hardy – plant after frost risk has passed

  • Planting Time: June to September

  • Flowering Time: January to February

  • End Use: Garden beds, cut flower arrangements, naturalising

  • Supplied As: Dry bulb (corm)

Why You’ll Love It

Barcelona Gladiolus offers rich, deep red blooms that bring depth and vibrancy to the garden. Easy to grow and maintain, this variety is ideal for gardeners seeking to make a bold statement with minimal effort.

  • Striking deep velvet red blooms for dramatic garden impact

  • Tall spikes provide vertical interest and structure

  • Excellent choice for cut flowers and indoor displays

  • Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations

  • Low-maintenance with high visual impact

Planting & Care Tips

  • Planting Depth: 10–12 cm deep, flat side facing down

  • Spacing: 10–15 cm apart for optimal growth

  • Soil Preparation: Enrich with compost or general-purpose fertiliser

  • Watering: Keep soil moist during active growth; reduce after flowering

  • Support: Stake tall stems in exposed or windy areas

  • Corm Management: Lift and store corms in a cool, dry place post-flowering

  • Pest Control: Monitor for thrips; treat with appropriate insecticides if necessary

FAQs

When should I plant them?
Plant between June and September, ensuring all frost risk has passed.

Can I grow them in pots?
Yes – use deep, well-drained containers and provide support as needed.

How tall do they grow?
Expect flower spikes reaching 100–150 cm in height.

Do they require frequent watering?
Water moderately during growth; they are drought-tolerant once established.

Are they suitable for cut flowers?
Absolutely – their tall, elegant blooms make stunning additions to floral arrangements.

Supplied as Dormant bulbs

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📸 Image is representative only. Actual variety may vary.